Skywatchers Rejoice: Double Comet Spectacle Is Happening Soon
• Two comets, C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) and C/2025 R2 (SWAN), will be at peak visibility this week.
• Comet Lemmon peaks Oct. 21 near the Big Dipper at magnitude 4.5; Comet SWAN peaks Oct. 20 near the Summer Triangle at magnitude 5.
• Best viewing is 1.5 hours after sunset with binoculars in dark skies.
Rare opportunity to observe two comets together
Get ready, skywatchers! A spectacular double comet event is on the horizon, offering a rare opportunity to observe two comets simultaneously. Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) and Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) will both be at their peak visibility this week, providing a celestial treat for astronomy enthusiasts.
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