Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years on Monday night. It will be so close that the planet’s banding and several of its moons should be visible. The gas giant will become visible when it reaches opposition, meaning it rises in the east as the sun sets in the west. The planet will be about 367 million miles from Earth, about 200 million miles closer than when it’s at its farthest point. The best spots to see Jupiter will be from high elevations where it is dark and dry.Read Long Article
