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Crescent Moon Aligns with Pleiades: Skywatchers Take Note!

3/23/2026

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On March 22–23, the Moon will shine near the Pleiades star cluster after sunset.
On March 22, the crescent Moon will sit about 5 degrees below the Pleiades, with Venus nearby.
The Pleiades formed over 100 million years ago and are easily spotted without equipment.
This event encourages skywatchers to seek dark locations for optimal viewing.
Another alignment with Jupiter will occur on March 26.

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On March 22–23, the Moon will shine near the Pleiades star cluster after sunset.
On March 22, the crescent Moon will sit about 5 degrees below the Pleiades, with Venus nearby.
The Pleiades formed over 100 million years ago and are easily spotted without equipment.
This event encourages skywatchers to seek dark locations for optimal viewing.
Another alignment with Jupiter will occur on March 26.