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About Saturn at Opposition
On October 4, 2026, Saturn reaches opposition — the night Earth sits directly between Saturn and the Sun. Saturn is at its closest, brightest, and visible all night, rising at sunset and setting at sunrise. With the rings approaching a more open tilt, its the best night of the year to observe Saturn through a telescope.
When does Saturn at Opposition happen?
The following is a list of dates of when Saturn at Opposition will happen in the future, and past dates.
Future Saturn at Opposition dates
| Event | Date | Link |
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| Saturn at Opposition | Countdown |
Past Saturn at Opposition dates
| Event | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Saturn at Opposition | Countdown |