Venus is set to make a brief appearance this weekend as it passes between Earth and the sun during an inferior conjunction.
Astronomers warn that spotting the planet in the sun’s glow will be challenging, but for stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere, this rare phenomenon offers a unique opportunity.
The next inferior conjunction occurs when Venus transitions from appearing in the evening sky to the morning sky, resulting in its double appearance in our sky. This rare event last occurred in 2017 and won’t happen again until 2033.
Venus will pass between Earth and sun between Saturday night and Sunday morning, with the best viewing time before the conjunction. However, due to its proximity to the sun, Venus won’t be perfectly aligned with it during the transit.
Instead, astronomers suggest looking for the planet slightly above the sun’s position as viewed from the Northern Hemisphere. The sighting will be difficult to spot in the sun’s glow, so observers should wait until the sun sets below the horizon.
The visibility of Venus varies depending on its position relative to the sun, but it can last anywhere from mere minutes to hours. To witness this event, find locations with unobstructed views and check the weather forecast for clear skies.
Note: No special equipment is required for viewing Venus, as it is the third brightest object in our sky after the sun and moon.
Source: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/03/21/venus-passes-between-earth-sun-weekend-inferior-conjunction/82587508007