Monday May 6, 2024

Sliver of Moon and Mercury (before sunrise)

The moon will complete its monthly visit with the morning planets on Monday, May 6. Before sunrise, look just above the eastern horizon to see the very
thin sliver of the moon positioned several finger widths to the upper left
(or 3 degrees to the celestial north) of Mercury. The duo, which will be
cozy enough to share the view in binoculars, will rise by about 5 a.m. local time and remain in sight until the brightening sky hides them. Observers located closer to the tropics will see their meeting more easily.

(Data courtesy of Starry Night)
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