What Can You See in the Night Sky with the Current Comet?

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The current comet is visible in the night sky and appears brighter than M13, making it an easy target for naked-eye observation in semi-dark conditions. Observers in Seattle recommend looking towards the West/Northwest around 8 PM to 9 PM, as it is located near epsilon Herculis within the constellation Hercules. The comet's visibility may be affected by cloudy skies, prompting inquiries about its duration in view. Participants are seeking additional resources for tracking other celestial objects, including comets, asteroids, and galaxies. Overall, the comet presents a promising opportunity for stargazers despite potential weather challenges.
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I saw the comet earlier tonight using 15x70 binoculars in the middle of a small city. It's a brighter than (and not too far from) M13, and should be a fairly easy naked eye object in semi-dark skies.

Anyone had any good views?
 
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In what direction should i be looking for it? I'v recenty moved to a more darker part of the area here in seattle in which i have a fairly better view of the night sky.
 
Currently about West/NorthWest around 8pm-9pm

Still inside the 'keystone' of Hercules

Will be within a degree of epsilon Herc tonight
 
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how long is this comet going to be in view (we have been having cloudy skies)? any good links that will help me see what else is up there, (comets, asteroids, galaxies)?
 
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