Rare Celestial Event: Supermoon and Comet to Light Up Skies

On Thursday evening, a Supermoon and the comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas will be visible, offering a unique astronomical spectacle.

The Supermoon will reach its peak during the day on Thursday, October 17, when the moon is 357,174 kilometers from Earth.
The phenomenon of a Supermoon occurs due to the moon's elliptical orbit, making it appear larger when closer to Earth.
The comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas, visible without telescopes, can be best viewed about 45 minutes after sunset in the western sky.
The brightness of the Supermoon may hinder the visibility of the comet, prompting observers to choose a dark location.
Both celestial events could influence tides, potentially causing extreme tidal conditions like spring tides.