Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS to Reach Closest Point to Sun, Potentially Visible to Naked Eye
The comet, discovered in 2023, will be closest to the Sun on September 27 and may be visible without telescopes in the coming weeks.
- Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) may become visible to the naked eye as it approaches its closest point to the Sun on September 27.
- The comet, originating from the Oort Cloud, was discovered by observatories in China and South Africa in early 2023.
- Astronomers are cautiously optimistic about its visibility, but note that comets are unpredictable and can disintegrate when near the Sun.
- Best viewing times for the Northern Hemisphere will be before sunrise from September 27 to October 2, and after sunset from October 12 to 30.
- Skywatchers are advised to use binoculars or telescopes for a better view and to avoid light-polluted areas for optimal visibility.
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