Rare space event: Here’s the date you can see five planets in the sky at the same time

Australians will be able to catch a rare five-planet alignment in the coming days as Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars appear in the night sky at the same time.

Starwalk confirms that the planets will align on March 28, creating an exciting viewing experience.

The planetary alignment will be visible after sunset on within a small 50-degree sector of the sky.

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Experts say Jupiter and Mercury will appear as “two bright objects” close to the horizon, while Venus and Uranus will appear higher in the sky. Mars, meanwhile, will shine close to the moon.

While March 28 is the best day for observation, it’s believed the alignment will be visible in the days before and after.

Australians will be able to view a rare planetary alignment in the coming days. Credit: Getty

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