Alignments of five or more planets are rare—there will be two more featuring five or more planets this year, but after that ...

Because Jupiter is so bright, you can observe it when a bright Moon is up or even from a large city. The key to seeing the most detail is how steady the air is above your location. So, start by ...

“While Jupiter and Saturn will be easy to spot by ... A second or third floor is recommended, as is an east-facing coastal location. The key is to find out the time Mercury will rise in your ...