{"id":658176,"date":"2026-05-22T09:15:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T09:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/658176\/"},"modified":"2026-05-22T09:15:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T09:15:15","slug":"first-alert-see-a-rare-cosmic-lineup-no-special-equipment-required","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/658176\/","title":{"rendered":"FIRST ALERT: See a rare cosmic lineup: no special equipment required"},"content":{"rendered":"

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Looking for that cosmic moment that\u2019s actually easy to spot? Thursday evening could be your opportunity.<\/p>\n

If you step outside as the sun dips below the horizon Thursday evening, you\u2019ll witness a rare planetary lineup that brings the moon, Jupiter, and Venus into view. <\/p>\n

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Shortly after the sun sets, look toward the west, and you\u2019ll see the silvery crescent moon. From there, just shift your gaze a little lower to find Jupiter. Jupiter should be easy to spot with the naked eye. Jupiter will shine brightly, only to be outdone by Venus, which you\u2019ll find sitting a little closer to the horizon. <\/p>\n

Tonight\u2019s lineup is a gradual progression to the conjunction of Jupiter and Venus. The two planets will slowly move closer and closer to one another, with the conjunction set to take place in early June. <\/p>\n

We\u2019d love to share your photos. Download the First Alert Weather app<\/a> and click the \u201csubmit\u201d button. You can also get the latest forecast, including sky-viewing conditions, using the app.<\/p>\n

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