Astronomical events in April 2025

April, the fourth month of 2025, is the month of numerous astronomical wonders. In the following overview, we have compiled all the April astrological events under one calendar to help you plan your stargazing nights effectively. 

A List of Upcoming Astronomical Events in April 2025  

Here is a detailed low-down of all the astronomic events of April, 2025:

April 1 

• Moon near Uranus 

Close encounter: 02:47 GMT 

Distance: 4°40' 

The 10% illuminated Moon will be near Uranus (mag 5.8) in Aries. Binoculars or a telescope are recommended. 

• Moon near the Pleiades 

Conjunction: 20:28 GMT 

Distance: 0°36' 

The 18% illuminated Moon will be close to the Pleiades (mag 1.2) in Taurus. You can see the phenomenon through the naked eye or binoculars. 

April 5  

• Moon near Mars 

Conjunction: 19:04 GMT 

Distance: 2°12' 

Close encounter: 19:49 GMT 

Distance: 2°07' 

The 10% illuminated Moon will be near Mars (mag 0.5) in Gemini. You can use binoculars to observe this event. 

April 10 

• Mercury near Saturn 

Conjunction: 12:00 GMT 

Distance: 2°06' 

Mercury (mag 1.0) will be near Saturn (mag 1.2) in the sky, located in Aquarius and Pisces respectively. Visibility is restricted within some areas. 

April 13 

• Full Moon, Micromoon 

This is one of the most prominent astronomical events in 2025, where the full moon will be at its farthest from earth. The Full Pink Moon will occur at 00:22 GMT in Virgo. This Micromoon will be 5.1% smaller and 11% dimmer than a typical Full Moon. 

April 15 

• Four Planets Aligned 

Neptune, Mercury, Saturn, and Venus will align in the morning sky, with Mercury, Saturn, and Venus visible to the naked eye. 

April 17 

• Mercury near Neptune 

Close approach: 04:11 GMT 

Distance: 0°42' 

Mercury (mag 0.6) will be near Neptune (mag 7.8) in Pisces. Best viewed with binoculars or a telescope. 

April 21 

• Mercury at Greatest Elongation 

Mercury (mag -0.3) will be at its farthest distance from the Sun, separated by 27°24'. An ideal time for observation. 

April 22 

• April Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak 

Meteors/hour: 18 

Moon illumination: 38% 

Active: April 14-30. 

Best viewing after 22:30 local time. 

April 25 

• Saturn near Venus 

Close approach: 00:02 GMT 

Distance: 4°08' 

Saturn (mag 1.2) will be close to Venus (mag -4.7) in Pisces. This can be seen through the naked eyes. 

• Moon near Venus 

Conjunction: 01:21 GMT 

Distance: 2°24' 

Close approach: 02:57 GMT 

Distance: 2°06' 

The 11% illuminated Moon will be near Venus (mag -4.8) in Pisces. 

• Moon near Saturn 

Close approach: 02:54 GMT 

Distance: 2°01' 

Conjunction: 04:15 GMT 

Distance: 2°18' 

The 11% illuminated Moon will be in proximity to Saturn (mag 1.2) in Pisces. 

• Moon near Neptune 

Close approach: 08:53 GMT 

Distance: 1°38' 

The 9% illuminated Moon will be near Neptune (mag 7.8) in Pisces. 

• Moon near Mercury 

Close approach: 22:04 GMT 

Distance: 3°52' 

Conjunction: 01:05 GMT (April 26) 

Distance: 4°24' 

The 5% illuminated Moon will be close to Mercury (mag 0.2) in Pisces and Cetus. 

April 27 

• New Moon 

The New Moon will occur at 19:31 GMT. Ideal for stargazing as the Moon's light will not interfere. 

April 28 

• Saturn near Venus 

Conjunction: 19:00 GMT 

Distance: 3°42' 

Saturn will be close to Venus in the sky. This is one of astronomy current events in April 2025. 

Final Words 

Now you know about all April astronomical events, you can plan your time to observe these occurrences. Keep binoculars within your reach to easily find celestial objects in the sky.