In the month of February, the Arab region and the world are preparing for a unique celestial spectacle, as the sky is decorated with the appearance of a group of “large planets” that can be viewed directly with the naked eye if the weather is clear, providing astronomy enthusiasts with an exceptional opportunity for observation and photography.
Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, comes to the forefront of this astronomical scene during this month thanks to its intensity of luminosity, which exceeds that of most stars, as it appears as a luminous and shiny body from the beginning of the night until the early hours of the morning. The planet Venus, the “evening star,” also participates in this display with noticeable clarity on the western horizon immediately after sunset, and appears in a bright, eye-catching appearance.
Astronomers point out that the February sky will witness wonderful “conjunction” phenomena, as the moon appears on some nights near Mars (the red planet), forming a captivating celestial view.
Experts advise observers to stay away from artificial lights in cities to get a better view of these celestial bodies, especially since this month is considered ideal for observing the details of the Milky Way galaxy and some of the star clusters that accompany the appearance of the planets.
