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Mars at opposition Mars at opposition, the opposite side of Earth from the Sun. This shows planet locations for Mars opposition on July 27, 2018. Note also how Mars’ orbit is much less circular that Earth’s orbit. Bruce Betts / JPL Solar System Simulator