Comet Nishimura will be a real treat to see and we will see it over Arizona this week. Here’s how and when you can see it!
Comet Nishimura will be visible this week over Arizona. Here’s how and when you can see it!
A once-in-a-lifetime experience is coming, so you may miss your favorite series or your favorite sporting event, but you can’t miss this wonderful sky-watching experience. Comet Nishimura is currently the edge of the cosmos. It will be visible only on September 17. After that, it will appear only after 435 years.
Because of the spectacular view, you will probably have to stay up late or maybe get up early in the morning. Comet Nishimura can only be seen in the morning hours. Moreover, even though it is called a naked eye comet, you may still need binoculars for the same.
Comet Nishimura – Why the name?
The comet is officially called Comet C/2023 P1. However, the name Nishimura is derived from the surname of the Japanese amateur astronomer, Hideo Nishimura.
The comet is about 78 million miles away from our planet, according to astronomers.
When and where to look at Comet Nishimura?
Comet Nishimura can be seen in the east-southeast sky near the constellations of Venus and Leo. The comet can be seen every day until September 17, about 90 minutes before dawn.
Are binoculars necessary?
Yes, you may need it. Nishimura is called the “naked eye comet”. However, binoculars can help you see a clear picture.
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