The 2026 planetary alignment in Mexico City already has a date and promises to give us one of the most special astronomical spectacles of the coming years.
On February 28, six planets of the Solar System will be visible in the same strip of sky, just at sunset.
This phenomenon will visually bring together Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune in the Mexican sky.
Although they will not be perfectly aligned in a straight line, they will appear grouped together from our terrestrial perspective, creating a postcard that will not be repeated until 2040.
What time to see the 2026 planetary alignment in Mexico City?
If you are in the city and don’t want to miss it, the best time to look at the sky will be approximately one hour after sunset, between 6:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m., looking west and southwest, when the Sun is already setting.
Four of the planets—Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and Mercury— will be visible to the naked eye, provided the sky is clear and there is little light pollution. Uranus and Neptune, on the other hand, will require binoculars or a telescope to be seen more clearly.
To best enjoy the 2026 planetary alignment in Mexico City, it is best to look for open spaces such as parks, rooftops, or elevated areas where the western horizon is clear.
But don’t let time get the better of you, and get there early before the sun goes down. It’s not every day that you get the chance to see six planets sharing the stage in the Chilango sky!
So mark your calendars: on February 28, sunset in Mexico City will be the perfect time to look up and enjoy a spectacle that will not be repeated for more than a decade.