Comet NEOWISE pays a visit to Calgary's skies - Calgary Herald

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Comet NEOWISE as photographed form the International Space Station. The bright object to the right is the planet Venus. NASA, ISS

This weekend, the comet can be seen low on the horizon before dawn due northeast, to the left of Venus and to the right of the big dipper.

As the week goes on, it should become visible in the evening sky after sunset in the northwest, however it could be significantly dimmer.

“It’s always going to be close to the sun,” said Langill. “So, if it’s in the morning sky, it’ll be shortly before the sun comes up, and if it’s in the evening sky, it’ll be shortly after the sun goes down.”

Langill suggested travelling north of the city for the best viewing, away from light pollution.

He said it’s best not to wait. The comet has already rounded the sun and is heading back out of the solar system.

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