new comet arriving late 2013

[lynnb]

A long time away yet, but this report is exciting news for the sky-watchers amongst us. Best viewing will be from mid-latitudes in the northern hemisphere.

"There’s another comet on the way. And this might be a great one. Called Comet C/2012 S1 (ISON), this comet is about as far away as Jupiter, but it’s expected to buzz the Sun late next year and, if it stays intact, may become as bright as the full Moon.... the comet may reach negative magnitudes, possible as bright as -11 to -16, which means it will be visible during the day".

If the brightness predictions eventuate, relatively short exposures around dusk might be very rewarding.

Mark your calendar and dust off the tripod...

 

[maddoc]

Exiting news !! Thanks for posting !!!

A long time away yet, but this report is exciting news for the sky-watchers amongst us. Best viewing will be from mid-latitudes in the northern hemisphere.



If the brightness predictions eventuate, relatively short exposures around dusk might be very rewarding.

Mark your calendar and dust off the tripod...

 

[ChrisN]

I hope it's better than Halley's last pass - that was a real fizzer. 🙂

 

[lynnb]

I agree Chris - Halley wasn't nearly as good as Kohoutek!