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Comet Lemmon Makes Closest Approach Oct. 20–21 With Prime Viewing Under New Moon

Expect a faint green glow that may reach naked-eye range, though most observers will need binoculars for the brief evening and pre-dawn windows.

Comets Lemmon and SWAN Poised for Best Viewing Oct. 20–21

Rare Dawn Conjunction of the Moon, Venus and Regulus Thrills Early Risers on Sept. 19

Moon Brushes Past Saturn as Pre-Dawn Five-Planet Parade Continues

Venus and Jupiter to Converge Under One Degree on August 12 Pre-Dawn Sky