Stars in the Western sky in early evening

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In summary, there were two stars visible in the Western Sky just after sunset, one of which was likely Uranus and the other possibly Jupiter or Venus. A helpful resource for identifying celestial bodies is the website Sky and Telescope, which offers tips and information on current astronomical events. Additionally, a free screensaver called "The Sky" can show all the stars and planets for a specific time and location. The upcoming conjunction of Venus and the moon on December 1st is being touted as a must-see event by astronomers.
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There were two stars one above the other in the Western Sky just after sunset. I think they were planets. One could by Uranus but I am not sure what the other may be.

I am at:

lat=40.91666667
long=81.43333333

Can anyone help?
 
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Jupiter and venus.
sky and telescope have a good column of what to look for
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/ataglance

There is a good free screensaver called "The Sky" which shows all the stars and planets for your time and location
 
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Saw this last night. It was a great view. I knew for sure one of them was Venus (so bright!), but wasn't sure about the other one. Thanks...
 
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You Guys should check out the view on December 1st, when the moon joins them, some astronomers are calling it the 'best sky show' of the year!

Clear Skies

www.tonightssky.org
 
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You can see the two planets converge on Dec1. They are just less than 2 degrees apart. European people can see the Venus eclipse on Dec 1 as well. The moon will occult Venus for a while.
 
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Related to Stars in the Western sky in early evening

What are stars in the western sky in early evening?

Stars in the western sky in early evening are celestial objects that can be seen in the sky after the sun has set. They are distant balls of gas that emit light and can be seen from Earth with the naked eye or with the help of a telescope.

Why are stars visible in the western sky in early evening?

Stars are visible in the western sky in early evening because at this time, the Earth's rotation has moved our view away from the sun's glare. This allows us to see the stars that are in the western part of the sky.

What determines which stars are visible in the western sky in early evening?

The visibility of stars in the western sky in early evening is determined by their relative position to the Earth at that specific time. The stars that are directly overhead or on the opposite side of the Earth will not be visible, while the ones in the western sky will be visible.

Can stars in the western sky in early evening be seen all year round?

Yes, stars in the western sky in early evening can be seen all year round. However, the specific stars that are visible will change depending on the Earth's rotation and its position in its orbit around the sun. Some stars are only visible during certain seasons.

Are the stars in the western sky in early evening the same every night?

No, the stars in the western sky in early evening are not the same every night. As the Earth rotates and moves around the sun, our view of the stars changes. Additionally, some stars are brighter and easier to see on certain nights due to factors such as weather and light pollution.

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