Change event: Planets and conjunctionsOpposition of Mars (4 May 2031)

Planetary opposition

Opposition of Mars (4 May 2031)

The planet is opposite the Sun: it rises at dusk, is visible all night and reaches its best brightness of the period.

1. Where to see it

Map and best places

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2. Where to stay

Campamento Bassegoda Park

57 / 100

Provisional score, among Starlight-certified places to stay.

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3. What to bring

Binoculars

Enough to see two planets together in the same field, or Jupiter's moons if well supported.

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4. How to photograph it

Framing and tips

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Event details

Calculated / estimated Calculated with astronomy-engine (VSOP87/NOVAS). Not individually reviewed. · Add to calendar (ICS)

Maximum (UTC)
4 May 2031 at 11:57:30
Apparent magnitude
-1.8
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Recommended gear

  • TS-Optics 10x50 WP

    recommended

    Binoculars

    Enough to see two planets together in the same field, or Jupiter's moons if well supported.

    TS-Optics 10x50 WP

    • 10x magnification, 50 mm
    • Porro prisms
    • Field of 114 m at 1000 m
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  • Omegon Dobson Push+ mini N 150/750 Pro

    optional

    Telescope

    Planetary detail needs medium or high magnification.

    Omegon Dobson Push+ mini N 150/750 Pro

    • 150 mm reflector
    • 750 mm focal length
    • Dobsonian mount with Push+ finder
    See on Astroshop
  • Cullmann PRIMAX 380

    optional

    Tripod and telephoto lens

    For photographing the pair of planets over the landscape.

    Cullmann PRIMAX 380

    • Aluminium
    • Stated load capacity of 3.5 kg
    • 1/4 camera thread
    See on Astroshop

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