Perihelion: What It Is, When It Occurs, and How to See It?

Perihelion: What It Is, When It Occurs, and How to See It?

Perihelion, the point in a planet’s orbit where it is closest to the Sun, is a fascinating phenomenon that shapes much of our understanding of planetary motion. While Earth’s proximity to the Sun changes slightly each year, this variation has little impact on our seasons. What is Perihelion? In the vast expanse of space, celestial bodies follow elliptical orbits around stars, with one point being closer to the star—known as the perihelion. This …