Planetary alignment in February offers a six-planet parade to spot.

NASA reports that six planets — Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Jupiter — form a visible alignment most clearly shortly after sunset on Feb. 28, though Uranus and Neptune generally require optical aids and some planets will sit low near the horizon.

Stargazers can catch six planets aligning in the evening sky this month. NASA says Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Jupiter form a planetary parade that will line up best toward the end of February. The lineup is expected to be most noticeable shortly after sunset on Feb. 28. Visibility depends on sky conditions and how high each planet sits above the horizon. Key details: - The six planets named are Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Jupiter. - NASA notes the planets are visible soon after sunset throughout February, with the best alignment toward the end of the month. - Only four of the six are likely to be seen with the naked eye; Uranus and Neptune generally require binoculars or a telescope. - Planets need to be a few degrees above the horizon to be seen, with about 10 degrees or higher preferred because the atmosphere dims objects near the ground. - Venus and Mercury will be closest to the horizon in twilight, followed by Saturn and Neptune, while Uranus and Jupiter will appear higher in the sky. - Space.com mentioned an unobstructed view due west and timing around half an hour after sunset as factors cited for observing the alignment. Summary: The reported alignment is a notable multi-planet lineup most favorable on Feb. 28 shortly after sunset, though atmospheric conditions and horizon height will limit how many planets are actually visible. Observers and observers' equipment needs were described as influencing visibility, and similar multi-planet events are noted for October 2028 and February 2034. Undetermined at this time.