Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Comet appears on the western horizon
For the first time in 80,000 years, humans caught a glimpse of Comet C/2023 A3, also known as “Tsuchinshan-ATLAS” (pronounced: Su-chi-chan). The Long-period comet was first discovered in February of 2023.
Once-in-a-lifetime view: Catch Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS tonight before it disappears for 80,000 years
An Oort Cloud comet that may once have been seen by Neanderthals will make its first close approach to Earth in mid-October, but it won't be back for 80,000 years
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS 2024: How, where and when to see rare comet
Look to the night sky on Saturday for the best chance to see a comet that won't be back for another 80,000 years, according to NASA.The big picture: The comet, known as C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, is expected to be closest to Earth on Oct.
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Visits Once every 80,000 Years: Here's How to See It
Recently, the comet has been obscured by the glare of the Sun, but it will soon become visible in the Northern Hemisphere, just above the horizon after sunset. Look to the west, about 10 degrees above the horizon, between the constellations of Sagittarius and Scorpio.
How to See the Bright Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas This Weekend
To get the best view of the comet, go outside about an hour after sunset and look west. The comet should be visible from the northern and southern hemispheres. While you can see the comet with the naked eye, binoculars and telescopes will give you a better view of it.
Hopes dim for another bright October comet after Tsuchinshan-ATLAS
In the days following its sweep around the sun, Ikeya-Seki was a spectacular sight in the late October and early November morning skies. An incredibly brilliant, twisted tail stretched up from the east-southeast horizon an hour or two before sunrise, appearing like a slender searchlight beam about as long as the Big Dipper.
San Antonio Skies to Dazzle with Rarity, Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS on its Once-in-a-Lifetime Display
For those excited to spot the comet with their own eyes, the recommended viewing strategy is to look to the western horizon approximately 40 minutes subsequent to sunset. The comet's initial presence will be subtle,
Unforgettable Spectacle: See Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Now or Wait Another 80,000 Years
A “dirty snowball” from the distant icy cloud encircling our solar system passed by the Sun and Earth in autumn 2024. Earth-based observers scanning the night sky in autumn 2024 may witness a celestial event that occurs only once every 80,
When and how to view Comet A3 (Tsuchinshan ATLAS)
A comet discovered in 2023 will pass by Earth this weekend and become increasingly visible in Central Illinois over the next few days. The comet, now called C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, (A3 for short) survived it’s close transit of the sun and will become easier to spot in the western sky by early
El Cometa Tsuchinshan-Atlas Será Visible Desde El Hemisferio Norte Durante Varias Noches
De regreso tras rozar el Sol, el cometa Tsuchinshan-Atlas será visible en todo el hemisferio norte a partir del sábado en la noche y durante "unos diez días", siguiendo el curso de un viaje iniciado hace millones de años.
How to see once-in-a-lifetime comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS this weekend in the Omaha area
A comet that was last seen at the time of the Neanderthals will be visible to the naked eye this weekend in the Omaha area.
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