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5-Night Planet Parade: Mercury Joins Venus and Jupiter in California Skies

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A planet parade featuring Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter will be visible in California for five nights from June 11 to June 15, 2026. - Look west after sunset for the best view.

- Mercury is an uncommon sight and sits low on the horizon. - No telescope needed; all three planets are visible to the naked eye.

- Dark sky locations like Joshua Tree and Death Valley offer optimal viewing. This celestial event provides a rare opportunity to see three planets together, with the moon in a waning crescent phase not interfering.

This story was originally reported by vvdailypress. Read the original article here.

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