JOURNAL ARTICLE

Jupiter Rules! The solar system’s most telescopically rewarding planet is at its best for 2026.

  • Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2026, v. 151, n. 1. P. 48 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: King, Bob 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the astronomical events surrounding Jupiter in January 2026, highlighting its opposition on January 10, when it will be particularly bright and visible in the night sky. Jupiter will shine at magnitude -2.7 and will be positioned in the constellation Gemini, making it an excellent target for observers, especially in the Northern Hemisphere. The article details the planet's dynamic features, including its Great Red Spot and the movements of its Galilean moons—Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto—along with specific viewing opportunities and events involving these moons throughout the month. Additionally, it introduces T Orionis, a variable star in the Orion Nebula, which is currently undergoing significant changes as it evolves. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sky & Telescope. 2026/01, Vol. 151, Issue 1, p48
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0037-6604
  • Accession Number:190869340
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