"Chances to see 4 bright planets with your own eyes occur every few years on average, so it's not once in a lifetime. Even so, the planets are best observable just after sunset, so this is one of the most convenient opportunities for several years."
"Although the planets are spread out over millions of miles, they all orbit on the same plane, known as the ecliptic. This means, when the timing is right, multiple planets can line up in just the right way for stargazers to spot them from Earth."
"The planets will be visible for an hour or so after sunset, though some will stay up for longer. The best time is about half an hour after sunset."
A rare planetary parade occurs tonight when Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune align in Earth's sky. Four planets—Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn—are visible without equipment, while Uranus and Neptune require telescopes or binoculars. This alignment happens because all planets orbit on the same plane called the ecliptic. Such opportunities to see four bright planets occur every few years on average. The best viewing time is approximately half an hour after sunset, with visibility lasting about an hour. Tonight and tomorrow evening offer optimal conditions, though clear skies throughout early March may provide additional viewing opportunities.
Read at Mail Online
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