Despite what we have been hearing in the press regarding all the planets on view in the sky we are now approaching the very best time to look for the most elusive of the planets, Mercury. It’s the closest planet to the Sun which makes it difficult to locate.
On the nights t of March 7th and 8th look to the west after sunset, you will see the bright white dot of Venus you can’t miss that, look below Venus which will act as a fantastic guide and you will see another bright dot in the sky. It will look a little bit pinkish in colour. Its not as bright as Venus but if you are going to see Mercury in the evening sky this year this is your best chance.
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