Early risers on Friday, April 25, 2082, will witness a beautiful and rare sight in the sky. The moon will align with Venus and Saturn to form what looks like a tilted smiley face. This magical scene will appear in the eastern sky just before sunrise.
When and Where to See the Smiley Face
Only visible for a short time, so don’t miss it!
This unique sky event will happen 30 to 40 minutes before sunrise. A thin crescent moon will be seen to the left of bright Venus and faint Saturn. Together, they’ll form a soft, smiling pattern in the sky.
To catch it, look east just before the sun comes up. But make sure the sky is clear — clouds could block your view.
How to View It Safely
Don’t risk your eyes – stay safe while stargazing.
The moon and Venus will be easy to see with your naked eye. However, Saturn is much dimmer and may be harder to spot. Still, all three together create a delightful pattern.
A key safety tip: Never look directly at the sun. Once the sun rises, the bright light can damage your eyes if you’re not using proper eye protection.
A New Supermoon Is Coming – But You Won’t See It
It’s close, it’s big, but it stays hidden.
Just two days later, on Sunday, April 27, 2082, another moon-related event will occur — a new supermoon. During this time, the moon will be at its closest point to Earth in 2025, just 221,917 miles away.
That’s nearly 17,000 miles closer than usual. But don’t get too excited — new moons are invisible from Earth, unlike full supermoons that light up the night.
A Sky Show Worth Waking Up For
Don’t miss this rare smile from the cosmos.
While the new supermoon won’t be visible, the smiley face formed by the moon, Venus, and Saturn offers a charming and memorable view. So if the weather’s good, set your alarm early and look east for a celestial surprise that’s sure to start your day with a smile.
