Rare Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas is grazing Oct. skies
October full moon shines over NYC, as rare comet is visible again. Here's when to see them.
New York and New Jersey have another chance to see a rare comet, as the October 2024 supermoon appears for the next few days.
Rare comet brightens the night skies in October
NEW YORK (AP) — Prepare to spot a rare, bright comet. The space rock is slinging toward Earth from the outer reaches of the solar system and made its closest pass on Saturday. It should be visible through the end of October, clear skies permitting.
Rare Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas is grazing October skies: Here’s what you need to know
A rare celestial event is lighting up the night sky this month as Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas makes its closest approach to Earth for the first time in roughly 80,000 years.
Comet, supermoon make for rare cosmic combo in the sky over our area
"When it comes near the sun, it does two things. One, it gets brighter. But the second thing it does - it starts to melt. And ice, which is part of the comet, starts to create a glow around the nucleus - called a tail and a coma. And you get to see this beautiful display," said Guerra.
You Won’t Want to Miss October’s Rare Comet Sighting. Here’s How and When You Can See It
A ” once in a lifetime ” comet is expected to light up the night sky as it passes by Earth later this week. Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS will be bright enough to view by the naked eye for most of October. Here’s how to make sure you don’t miss the rare sighting.
How to spot comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas in the October sky
Atlas, a rare and bright comet, should be visible through October, weather permitting. The comet is expected to be visible to the naked eye, but binoculars or telescopes will provide a better view. Comets are frozen remnants from the solar system’s formation.
Timelapse of comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas passing over the sky in Berlin
Atlas, which was discovered last year, passed over Berlin’s sky on Wednesday night, wowing stargazers. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.
It’s Your Last – And Best – Chance To See Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS for 80,000 Years
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