Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is still visible in the night sky, but not for long
The coma and long tail of comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, also called C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS), is currently shining at magnitude +0.5. That's well within the grasp of the human eye. It's likely now past its best, but only just, and will likely remain a naked-eye object after sunset in the west until, and possibly through, the weekend.
Looking into comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, its origins
The Tsuchinshan-ATLAS comet was created more than 4 billion years ago when the planets reshuffled and changed the gravitational field in our solar system, according to Rutkowski.
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.
Did someone say comet? It's not too late to see Tsuchinshan-ATLAS. How to view from Florida
Only discovered in 2023, Comet C/2023A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is visible through the naked eye right now. It won't return for another 80,000 years.
Biggest supermoon of 2024 rising in opposition of the Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS
October will feature yet another rare celestial treat. Look to the night sky to see the biggest supermoon of the year along with Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS.
Get a photo of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS tonight before it disappears for 80,000 years – here's how
Photographers have immortalized Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS and you can, too. But you'd better be quick – it won't be around for much longer
October Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS: Last Chance To See It for 80,000 Years
Don't miss the the celestial wonder on spectacular display on Tuesday night—if you do, you'll be waiting a while to see it
How to see Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS before it fades from Iowa skies
Central Iowans still have the chance to view another celestial show this month. Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS appeared in night skies over the Northern Hemisphere earlier in October. The comet came within 44 million miles of Earth over the weekend and will still be visible for the next couple of weeks.
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.
How to see comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS in Minnesota before it's gone
The comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is visible about an hour and a half after sunset, but it’s getting dimmer every day. And it only comes around every 80,000 years.
Comet Tsuchinshan - ATLAS still visible in the night: Know the viewing tips and don’t miss the free live stream on October 21
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Rare illusion gives 'once-in-a-lifetime' comet a seemingly impossible 2nd tail after closest approach to Earth for 80,000 years
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Watch Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS light up the night sky in free livestream Oct. 21
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Here's How You Can See a Once-in-a-Lifetime Comet Streak Past Earth
The Tsuchinshan-ATLAS comet is visible from the Northern Hemisphere this month—and won't be back for another 80,000 years.
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Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Is a Halloween Visitor From the Mysterious Oort Cloud
The Oort Cloud is a theorized invisible spherical shell that surrounds the Sun.
Comet Seen Once Every 80,000 Years Passes Over Earth Tonight—Here’s How To See It
The comet—traveling about 44 million miles away—was observed from Earth for the first time earlier this month.
Photos: Check out the comet shooting across the sky — it won’t be back for 80,000 years
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Comet last seen 80,000 years ago still visible in North East
A comet last seen for Earth some 80,000 years ago has been spotted in North-East England. The C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS) ...