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Smiling Moon Tonight, 20 May 2026: Dont Miss Jupiter and Pollux Near the Moon

Society20 May 2026 10:50 GMT+7

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Smiling Moon Tonight, 20 May 2026: Dont Miss Jupiter and Pollux Near the Moon

The National Astronomical Research Institute announced that tonight, 20 May 2026, don't miss the phenomenon called the "Smiling Moon." Jupiter and Pollux will be seen near the Moon.


FacebookNARIT, the National Astronomical Research Instituteposted that "The astronomical calendar for 20 May 2026 shows the Smiling Moon, Jupiter, and Pollux near the Moon, observable in the western sky from about 19:00 until 22:20.

The Smiling Moon is a phenomenon where a thin crescent Moon appears alongside two bright stars, resembling a smiling face."


Thanks to NARIT's Facebook page, the National Astronomical Research Institute.