Comet A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Set for Spectacular Show in Northern Hemisphere

The once-in-a-lifetime comet will be most visible on September 27 and October 12, offering a rare celestial event for stargazers.

Comet A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, on an 81,000-year orbit, will reach its closest approach to the Sun on September 27.
The comet is currently visible in the early morning sky, best seen about an hour before sunrise from September 27 to October 3.
It will make its closest pass to Earth on October 12, becoming visible in the evening sky shortly after sunset.
Astronomers suggest using binoculars or a telescope for the best view, although the comet may be visible to the naked eye under optimal conditions.
Forward scattering of sunlight could potentially make the comet exceptionally bright, possibly even visible during daylight around October 9 and 10.