[meteorite-list] Brightest Comet in 30 Years: Comet C/2006 P1 (McNaught)

From: Ron Baalke <baalke_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2007 10:15:20 -0800 (PST)
Message-ID: <200701101815.KAA25596_at_zagami.jpl.nasa.gov>

Space Weather News for Jan. 10, 2007
http://spaceweather.com

Comet McNaught has continued to brighten as it approaches
the sun and it is now the brightest comet in 30 years.
For observers in the northern Hemisphere, tonight is
probably the best time to see it: Go outside this
evening and face the sunset. A clear view of the
western horizon is essential, because the comet hangs
very low. As the twilight fades to black, it should
become visible to the naked eye. Observers say it's a
fantastic sight through binoculars.

In the days ahead, Comet McNaught will pass the sun and
emerge in good position for southern hemisphere viewing
later this month. Meanwhile, solar heating will
continue to puff up the comet, causing it to brighten
even more. It could become one of the brightest comets
in centuries, visible even in daylit skies.

Visit http://spaceweather.com for photos and updates.
Received on Wed 10 Jan 2007 01:15:20 PM PST