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Venus Peaks Tonight: See It Across US
Venus shines brightest tonight for US skywatchers.
In brief
Venus shines brightest tonight for US skywatchers. Venus reaches peak brilliance on September 18, visible after sunset in the west, outshining all stars. Originally reported by Newsweek.
When Venus Peaks
Venus reaches peak brilliance on Friday, September 18, outshining every star around it.
“Venus peaks in brightness when it is ending its evening visibility or starting its morning one”
Where to See It
Look west shortly after sunset for Venus, which will stand out as a brilliant point of light above the western horizon.
Why So Bright
Venus shines at magnitude -4.8, much brighter than any star, due to its proximity to Earth.
Harvest Moon
The Harvest Moon rises in the east after sunset on September 26, flanked by Neptune and Saturn.
Other Events
The September equinox on September 22 marks the start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere.
The bottom line
Venus reaches peak brilliance on September 18, visible after sunset in the west, outshining all stars.
