Comet C/2023 A3 Visible Until October 26

The rare comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, discovered in January 2023, is currently visible in the night sky and offers a once-in-a-lifetime viewing opportunity as it won't return for another 80,000 years. The comet's closest approach to Earth was on October 12 at about 44 million miles away. It is best seen shortly after sunset in the western sky and will remain visible as it moves away from Earth, with peak viewing expected to last until October 26, weather permitting. Observers are advised to use binoculars or telescopes for a clearer view since the comet is expected to become dimmer each day. Its trajectory is notable as it originates from the Oort Cloud and survived its perihelion near the Sun without disintegration. The comet's tail, composed of ice and dust, enhances its visibility.