Shortly after sunset, Venus commands attention in the western sky. Tonight (October 12, 2024) and for the next several nights another heavenly interloper may be visible as well. About 30 degrees to the right of Venus and slightly lower, comet Tsuchinshan (A/2023 A3) should be visible to the naked eye and through binoculars. It will rise higher each subsequent evening with the tail lengthening to possibly 25 degrees, but will quickly fade since it is traveling away from Earth after a spectacular swing around the Sun. Have a look tonight, shortly after sunset!
For further details see: https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/get-ready-for-comet-tsuchinshan-atlas-the-best-is-yet-to-come/
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