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How to watch Mars rule the night sky in October – CNET
Mark your calendars for a Mars close approach on Oct. 6 and opposition on Oct. 13.
Mars will bright and beautiful in the October 2020 night sky.
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Forget Halloween. This October is all about the glory of Mars, as the glimmering red planet puts on a show in the night sky. You can enjoy Mars as a bright point of light all month long, but there are two special dates to mark on your calendar: Oct. 6 when the planet makes a close approach to Earth, and Oct. 13, when it will be in opposition.
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