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Writer's pictureCheryl Nelson

Witness the Spectacular Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS in the Night Sky: Tips and Tricks for Stargazers

 Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is Here!


As someone who’s passionate about looking at the sky, Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3) is visible at times, and it’s putting on quite a show!


On October 14th, I saw the comet well-positioned in the sky, midway between Venus and the bright star, Arcturus.


Now is your chance to witness this stunning comet as it moves across the evening sky.

 

  • Viewing Times:

-About 45 minutes after sunset with a clear sky

-Now until October 26th (but dimming as each day progresses)

-Best viewing Oct 14th & 15th


  • Where to Look: Look toward the western sky, low near the horizon. Each evening, you’ll notice the comet will rise a little higher, but appear slightly less dim as it continues its journey.




  • How long will it be visible each night? On October 15th, the comet will be visible until it sets about 1 hr 20 minutes later. By October 26th, it won’t set for about 4+ hours, however by this date it will be very dim and will only look like a faint star.


  • Nearby Objects: To help locate the comet, start by finding Venus, one of the brightest objects in the evening sky.


A comet is a celestial traveler made of ice, dust, and rock, and as it nears the Sun, the heat causes it to release gas and dust, forming a beautiful glowing tail.


Make sure to catch this once-in-a-lifetime sight and share it with your friends and family! The skies are full of wonder, and watching a comet like this reminds us of the vast beauty of the universe.





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