Tonight’s sunset in the UAE comes with a bonus. Venus and Jupiter will appear close together in the evening sky on June 9 and create one of the most striking planetary sights of 2026.
A clear view of the sky is all you need to enjoy the sight. Look toward the western horizon around 2 to 2.5 hours after sunset. Venus and Jupiter will look unusually close to each other. Astronomers call this type of event a conjunction.
In reality, roughly 670 million km separate the two planets.
The next time you’ll be able to see Venus and Jupiter appear this close together will be in 2028, so don’t let this moment pass you by today.
More to Enjoy in the Night Sky
If you’re interested in more celestial events, check out Milky Way Season 2026 guide for the UAE, with the best viewing locations and tips.
Looking ahead? A rare total solar eclipse in August 2027 will be partially visible from the UAE.
You can also find out when the next Blue Moons will appear in the sky, with a full calendar of dates stretching all the way to 2037.
