Light pollution will make it almost impossible to see with the naked eye from Metro Vancouver, but it can be spotted in a dark sky
This comet comes along a lot less often than that steady stream of superhero flicks. It will be visible from Earth around midweek — the first time that’s been the case in, oh, 50,000 years or so.Start planning for your weekend with expert recommendations from our team of writers on what to cook, where to dine, and the perfect wine pairing delivered straight to your inbox on Thursday at noon.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
“The comet is closest to Earth on Wednesday, Feb. 1, and it should also be at its brightest,” says Leacock. But even at its brightest, the comet is “close to the limits our eyes can see in perfect dark sky conditions.” “Using binoculars or even a small telescope will help a bit, but getting away from the light pollution will give you better viewing.”
Leacock says to look for it in the northern sky. “If you’re able to find Polaris, you’re not too far away from being in the general area of the sky where the comet will be.”That’s due to its orbit, Leacock explains. “If the orbit is closed, the time it would take for it to complete one orbit around the Sun is about 50,000 years.”
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