Tech Desk 
Jun 15, 2025
Mars is giving skywatchers a treat this June with two special space shows, a close meet-up with a bright star and then with the moon.
Mars, also known as the Red Planet, has been fascinating to watch this year. From getting very bright in January to slowly fading as it moves away from Earth, it has made several beautiful appearances in the night sky.
Interestingly, in the second half of June, it’s back in action with a rare and close meeting with the bright star Regulus in the Leo constellation, and later with the moon.
Mars and Regulus: A rare sky pairing
From June 13 to 20, Mars and Regulus will appear very close to each other in the night sky. Between June 15 and 18, they’ll be just one degree apart, closer than your fingertip held at arm’s length.
On June 17, they will be at their closest point, with Mars positioned just slightly above Regulus.
Though not extremely bright, both will be visible to the naked eye and will stand out because they shine almost equally, Mars with its orange glow and Regulus with a bluish-white light.
Best time and place to watch Mars Moon
If you’re in regions around 40 degrees north latitude — like Pakistan, the U.S., or parts of Europe — the best time to watch is around 10 p.m. local time.
Look toward the western sky, about a quarter way up from the horizon. Even basic binoculars will enhance your view of the color contrast between Mars and Regulus.
Later in this month, Mars will also appear close to the moon, another great chance for stargazing, planet tracking, and sky photography. Together, the trio of Mars, Regulus, and the moon will make for a magical view.
