Comets Lemmon and SWAN Make Rare Appearance Near Bright Stars on Monday

Breaking News: Two Comets Close to Bright Stars Visible on Monday Two green comets, Lemmon (C2025 A6) and SWAN (C2025 R2), will be visible in the night sky on Monday, October 13, 2025. The brighter comet, Lemmon, will shift from morning-only visibility to evening visibility as well, appearing low in the northwest about 90 minutes after sunset. Timeline: Monday, October 13, 2025: Both comets visible in the night sky October 20-21, 2025: Comets expected to reach their brightest point Immediate Impact and Response: Astronomers and stargazers are excited about this opportunity to observe two comets close to bright stars. The visibility of these comets will make it easier for people to spot them using binoculars. Background Context: Comet Lemmon (C2025 A6) is a periodic comet, while SWAN (C2025 R2) is a retrograde comet with a near-parabolic orbit. Both comets are expected to remain visible in the night sky for several weeks. What Happens Next: As the comets approach their brightest point on October 20-21, astronomers will continue to monitor their movements and brightness. The visibility of these comets coincides with the Orionid meteor shower, making it a prime opportunity for stargazers to observe two celestial events at once. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Forbes reporting.*