April is your best bet to see the sixth planet from the sun
Every year, the Earth finds itself between the sun and Saturn. When this happens, Saturn is “in opposition,” since from an earthling’s point of view, the sun and the second largest planet in the solar system are on opposite sides of the sky. This means that we earthlings can see Saturn with our own eyes, without the help of any fancy astronomical equipment.
How can you see Saturn for yourself?
- Cross your fingers for a not-so-cloudy night sky
- Go outside after dark.
- Face east. (So the opposite of where the sun set.)
- Look for a very bright star (Spica)
- Look just above that star for a bright, golden, star-looking object. That’s Saturn.
