This week, Jupiter stays in the sky all night. It rises around sunset and doesn’t set until dawn. That’s what opposition really means: the planet sits directly opposite the Sun in our sky. When the Sun goes down, Jupiter comes up. When the Sun returns, Jupiter disappears. Most planets give you a short viewing window. A couple of hours and they’re gone. Opposition turns that into an all-night invitation. You can step outside after dinner, before bed, in the middle of the night, or just before sun

Jupiter at Opposition — January 10, 2026 🪐✨⁠ ⁠ On January 10, 2026, Jupiter reaches opposition at 08:34 GMT — meaning it’s opposite the Sun in our sky and at its best and brightest for the year. It will shine at mag -2.7 in the constellation Gemini.⁠ ⁠ How to watch:⁠ • Jupiter will rise at sunset in the east⁠ • Stay visible all night⁠ • Reach its highest point around midnight (local time)⁠ ⁠ You can enjoy it with the naked eye — but binoculars or a small telescope make it even better:⁠ 🔭 Spot