Tonight: The Shy Planet Mercury at Its Best

Mercury reaches greatest eastern elongation on October 12, with a thin crescent Moon nearby. How to try for the shy planet after sunset, and a traditional prompt about staying close to what keeps you steady. Sources: EarthSky: visible planets and night sky guide, October: https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/visible-planets-tonight-mars-jupiter-venus-saturn-mercury/ National Geographic: October night sky events: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/october-night-sky-events-2026 EarthSky: best stargazing of 2026: https://earthsky.org/tonight/best-stargazing-of-2026-astronomy-top-events-calendar/ iRunSpiritual is a short sky briefing with a little meaning attached. Subscribe, and look up tonight. Astrology and reflection content offers perspective, not predictions or advice. #Mercury #NightSky #Astronomy #iRunSpiritual #Shorts