Jupiter currently has 97 moons with confirmed orbits as of April 30, 2025. This count includes the four large Galilean moons-Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto-and 93 smaller moons, many of which are irregular satellites likely captured asteroids
. Previously, the International Astronomical Union officially recognized 95 moons, but two additional moons were confirmed recently, bringing the total to 97
. The number of moons is expected to increase further as new discoveries are made with upcoming powerful telescopes like the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
. In summary:
- Total confirmed moons: 97 (as of April 2025)
- Four largest moons: Io, Europa, Ganymede, Callisto (Galilean moons)
- Many smaller irregular moons, some only a few kilometers across
- More moons likely to be discovered in the near future
