Uranus will be opposite the sun on Monday (Nov. 13), making the ice giant easier to see than usual. Skywatchers will get a helping hand to spot Uranus from the New Moon, which will appear absent from the night sky, thus providing dark conditions.
When planets lie opposite the sun, as Uranus will be on Monday, they are described as being "at opposition." Planets at opposition rise with the setting sun and set when the sun rises. When Uranus is at opposition, it will also make its closest approach to Earth, making it appear its brightest.
