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What is the brightest object in the night sky?

What is the brightest object in the night sky?

30 May 2026 Search Volume
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What is the brightest object in the night sky?

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Expert Answer

The Moon (apparent magnitude -12.7), followed by Venus at its brightest (-4.9), Jupiter (-2.9), and Sirius (-1.5). The International Space Station can reach -5.9, brighter than Venus, but is only visible for brief passes. The Sun is magnitude -26.7.

Key Insight

The Moon (apparent magnitude -12.

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