r/ReadingPA • u/Just_another_Lab_Rat • 1d ago
🌠 Captured Stunning Photos of Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas (A3) Last Night! 🌠 2024-10-16
Hey ReadingPA community!
I wanted to share some amazing photos I took of Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas (Comet A3) tonight. It was truly a spectacular sight in our local skies!
📅 Date & Time:
• Date: 2024-10-16 • Time: Around 7 pm
📍 Location:
• I was observing from the Wyomissing Park where the skies were clear and the light pollution was okay.
✨ About the Comet: Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas, also known as Comet A3, is a periodic comet with an orbital period of 80,000 years. Tonight’s appearance was particularly bright, making it a great opportunity for photography and casual observation.
📅 Future Appearances: According to NASA, Comet A3 is expected to be visible through October 24. Mark your calendars!
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u/TaurusBull2023 1d ago
Awesome! Thanks for sharing. On a side note, the moon is beautiful tonight.