Orion’s Belt points to Sirius on September mornings
Use Orion's Belt to find Sirius, the sky's brightest star. In 2026, Jupiter is in the same region, outshining even Sirius. The post Orion’s Belt points to Sirius on September mornings first appeared on EarthSky .
Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, can always be found by following the line from Orion's Belt. This trick works whether you are in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, and it works no matter the time of the year. In September mornings, Orion and Sirius will be visible in the eastern sky before sunrise. As September progresses, they will gradually move towards the evening sky.
However, be aware that sometimes bright planets may also appear in the same region and outshine Sirius. For example, in September 2026, Jupiter will be in the morning sky and will outshine Sirius. To ensure you are looking at Sirius and not a bright planet, simply refer to Orion's Belt. Orion is visible across all locations and times, with its belt always pointing to Sirius.
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