A look west: Komet Tsuchinshan-Atlas enchants Vienna from October 12th from October 12th

A look west: Komet Tsuchinshan-Atlas enchants Vienna from October 12th from October 12th

A spectacular natural event is imminent! From October 12, 2023, the comet Tsuchinshan Atlas will be visible for several days over Austria. According to the Vienna Working Group for Astronomy (WAA), it looks promising that this comet, which was discovered in China and South Africa in early 2023, will be observed in the western evening sky.

The comet, which is one of the non-periodic comets, comes from the Oortschen Wolke, a collection of icy bodies on the edge of our solar system. This type of comet can often only be seen once in a very long time frame near the earth. Similarly as the recently visible comet Neowise in summer 2020, the Tsuchinshan-Atlas already shows impressive pictures that have been taken from Australia and New Zealand.

Best visual conditions and observation locations

The WAA states that when the weather is clear, the comet should be clearly visible at dusk. Especially in the first few days of its visibility, it will even be recognizable with the naked eye. Astronomy experts advise you to take binoculars with you to better find the comet. The best time for mockery will be at dusk if you look west.

in Martinsberg, a place in Lower Austria, are already planned to marvel at the phenomenon. The WAA has also announced public observation evenings in Vienna-Penzing on the Sophienalpe, provided that the weather plays with.

prediction of the brightness

The brightness of the comet during his flight past the sun is difficult to predict. However, experts are optimistic, because so far the comet has adhered to the forecasts. It remains to be seen how the outcast matter will develop in the form of gas and dust, since these factors can affect visibility.

For those who are enthusiastic about astronomy, this opportunity to see the comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas offers an exciting opportunity. Details and further information about this sky event include at k.at to read.