Did Jupiter and Saturn Switch Orbits?

The team's data showed that Jupiter and Saturn both migrated inward and then outward. In the case of Jupiter, the gas giant settled into its current orbit at just over 5 a.u. Saturn ended its initial outward movement at around 7 A.U, but later moved even further to its current position around 9.5 A.U.

What happens when Jupiter and Saturn align?

Jupiter and Saturn last aligned in a great conjunction in May 2000. After this December 21, 2020 conjunction, the two planets will appear to trade positions, as Jupiter overtakes Saturn. Jupiter will progress to the east and draw farther and farther away from Saturn throughout the decade of the 20s.

Can you still see Jupiter and Saturn after the conjunction?

If you're watching in the days leading up to the conjunction, Saturn will appear just to the south and slightly above Jupiter. On the 21st, the planets will appear as one to the unaided eye, but if you use binoculars or a telescope, you'll still be able to see both separate through the lens.