A Conjunction Between Mars And The Moon

On Tuesday the 26th of August low along the  W – SW horizon

shortly after sunset at approx 20.00 hrs BST 19.00 hrs UTC

a mag +1.6 Mars  will be 3° above a 12% illuminated waxing crescent Moon

this conjunction will only be visible for approx 1 hour

as the moon will set below the horizon at approx 20.48 hrs BST 19.48 hrs UTC

if you plan to observe / image this event remember to dress for the conditions