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On Monday, Oct. 13, into early Tuesday, Oct. 14, the moon and Jupiter will appear side by side just before midnight

The two will sit about 6 degrees apart, with Jupiter shining brightly to the moon's right

With clear skies, this stellar sight will be visible to the naked eye, as long as you look toward the eastern horizon

If you’re in the mood for a little late-night magic, you’re in luck!

Just after midnight, the moon — now passing its last quarter phase — will light up the east-northeastern horizon, cozying up right next to Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system. The moon and Jupiter will also rise alongside Pollux, a star in the constellation of Gemini, forming a rare " fall triangle ."

Jupiter and the moon will rise side by side in the same patch of sk

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