When is Jupiter at Opposition? 2028: March 12, 2028 | Trailwind

Jupiter at OppositionJupiter Opposition · March 12, 2028The giant's yearly bestJupiter's yearly best, no chasing required.Jupiter reaches opposition again in March 2028, rising at sunset and staying up all night at its brightest and closest of the year. The four Galilean moons are an easy binocular target on any clear night this month; the exact hour of opposition itself does not matter.Distance: 4.44 AUWhere it is visible: Worldwide, up all nightWhere to watch it

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Frequently asked questionsWhen is Jupiter at Opposition 2028?Jupiter at Opposition in 2028 is March 12, 2028.See the full cosmic calendar

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