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Moon-cluster close approach
Moon meets the Pleiades
The Moon passes beside the Pleiades star cluster, creating an easy naked-eye pairing with a richer view through binoculars.
DateWednesday, August 25, 2027
Local time02:05
VisibilityExcellent
LocationBucharest
What to know
0.27° separation30° above horizonENaked eye; binoculars reveal more cluster stars
How this was calculated
Astronomical calculation
- Source
- Astronomy Engine · J2000 star positions
- Method
- Topocentric Moon and star positions refined to five-minute intervals and checked against the local horizon and twilight.
- Accuracy and limits
- The apparent spacing is location-aware; buildings, terrain, and bright twilight can still hide a low pairing.
What you will actually see
The Moon passes close to a familiar bright star or cluster, creating an easy landmark for beginners and a rewarding binocular view.
Where to lookFind the Moon first, then inspect the space immediately beside its bright or dark edge.
What to bringNaked eye; binoculars reveal more cluster stars
Prepare for the event
- Choose a location with the Moon clear of buildings and trees.
- Recheck the exact local time because the Moon moves quickly against the stars.
- Reduce screen brightness so the surrounding stars remain visible.
How to observe it
- Locate the Moon several minutes before the listed closest approach.
- Use binoculars to separate nearby cluster stars or follow the target toward the lunar edge.
- Compare the spacing over the next hour as the Moon moves eastward.