Apparition Data 2023

This page lists upcoming dates when Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will be at opposition, when the Earth is directly between that planet and the Sun. These are ideal dates for observation. When these planets are at opposition, they will be at their closest to Earth and the brightest for that year.

Saturn

Opposition: 2023 August 27

Neptune

Opposition: 2023 September 19

Uranus

Opposition: 2023 November 13

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