When we talk about comets, people often think of a large, bright sphere followed by a long thin tail. ☄️A comet will be visible in the UK night sky for the next couple of weeks and our researchers need images to help improve forecasts of space weather. Images of the comet will enable the research team to record data about solar wind conditions local to the space projectile. If the tail detaches from the comet or appears to wobble, the team can determine there was an increase in solar wind activity nearby. The comet has been visible in our sky since February 14 and will remain so until the end of March.

Source: The Times February 24, 2024 12:35 UTC