This Week in Astronomy with Dave Eicher: Venus and Jupiter pair up

Watch as the two brightest planets appear close together in the morning sky.
By | Published: August 4, 2025

The planets Venus and Jupiter make an exciting pair to watch from August 6th to the 16th. Credit: M. Bakich/TheSKY software
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • Astronomy magazine Editor Dave Eicher encourages observation of Venus and Jupiter in close proximity on August 13.
  • The planets will be visible low in the eastern sky during the morning.
  • Both celestial bodies will be located within the constellation Gemini.
  • The conjunction is described as a visually appealing astronomical event.
Key takeaways sponsored by The Space Store

In this episode, 
Astronomy
 magazine Editor Dave Eicher invites you to head out on the morning of August 13 to see the bright planets Venus and Jupiter close together low in the eastern sky. This dramatic duo are both in the constellation Gemini the Twins, and its beautiful stars make this a scene that you don’t want to miss. Good luck!

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