STAR TRAK for February: Mars puts on its best show
Monday, February 1, 2010 - 17:28
in Astronomy & Space
(PhysOrg.com) -- Mars will be at its highest and brightest for the year during February, coming into view in the east as evening twilight fades. The red planet was closest to Earth in its orbit on Jan. 27, and it will remain near its best all month as it outshines every star except Sirius.