Rare 'Comet of the Century' Offers a Spectacular October Sky Show

Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS, on an 80,000-year orbit, will be visible throughout October, providing a unique celestial event.

Discovered in January 2023, Comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS originates from the distant Oort Cloud, a region of icy debris beyond Pluto.
The comet will be visible to the naked eye as it makes its closest approach to Earth, approximately 44 million miles away, from October 10 to 12.
For optimal viewing, find a location with a clear view of the western horizon and minimal light pollution, particularly after sunset.
The comet is expected to be brightest around mid-October, with potential visibility of its anti-tail, a unique bright streak.
Astronomy apps can assist in locating the comet, which will appear in the Virgo constellation, alongside other celestial events this month.