The best time to observe 5 planets in line in Vietnam

At this time, astronomers all over the world can observe 5 planets of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn in a straight line.

Talking to PV on January 20, Dang Vu Tuan Son, Chairman of Vietnam Young Astronomical Society (VACA), said the phenomenon of 5 planets in line is very rare.

Vietnamese astronomers can admire the whole phenomenon of 5 planets in line after 5 am.(Artwork: Thienvanvietnam.org).

In Vietnam, astronomers can watch this phenomenon best at about after 5 am until it is bright. This period of natural phenomenon takes place from now until the end of February. However, according to Mr. Son, January is the best time to observe.

In good weather, the observer only needs to use the naked eye to see the sky. However, if there is a binoculars or telescopes, the observation will be much easier, especially seeing Mercury because the planet is quite fuzzy, close to the horizon.

The expert also recommends that viewers choose a wide-angle view, because although they are straight, the planets are not close to each other. Besides, attention should be paid to the weather before deciding to wake up early to observe.

Before the information "omen" bad when five planets were aligned, Mr. Son said that this phenomenon did not affect human life.