Jupiter and Saturn

The nights in May are almost the shortest of the year, however, one can see a lot of interesting things in the sky even in such short night hours.

For example, you can even observe two planets right in the East without any telescope: these are Jupiter and Saturn.

Both appear low above the horizon a couple of hours before sunrise. Jupiter shines much brighter than other stars and therefore it is easier to notice. And look for Saturn 5° to the East of Jupiter. Both celestial bodies shine smoothly, calmly and without any flicker characteristic for other stars.

Both celestial bodies shine smoothly, calmly and without any flicker characteristic for other stars.