In May there will be a meteor shower from the effects of Halley’s comet

The effects of Halley’s comet make anyone’s eyes light up and the next time we can see it with the naked eye is very close. fall event ETA Aquarids It will happen this weekend and before that we will have it on May 5, 2023 with a penumbral eclipse. By its nature, it will not be very noticeable, it will slightly reduce the brightness of the moon and reach its zenith at 14:53 – Brasilia time.

However, you will be able to see the light show at 2 am on May 6th. The darker the eastern sky, the brighter streaks you can see in space. What you will see are traces of dust grains left behind by Halley’s comet, and although they are visible, we recommend using an astroscope or telescopes for an enhanced experience.

This is possible only because the body, due to its passage, leaves several fragments that fall into the atmosphere and meteorites create the effect of shooting stars. It should be noted that this is one of the largest celestial events visible from the Southern Hemisphere, and there is nothing similar on this side of the planet in a common way.

In addition, during the month of May, we will also be able to see the planet Mercury from Earth. As it passes below Jupiter, the task can be simplified and it will be visible from the east from 5 am on the 29th.

Halley’s Comet

As spectacular as it is, it’s also worth noting that the only view you’ll have will be the trajectories of Halley’s comet and not itself. It only becomes visible for about 75 years – last seen in 1986 and next scheduled for 2061. The first records of it date back to 240 BC and are the first known record of its cycle within the solar system.

It is assumed that by then we will have tools that allow us to perform a more complete analysis of them and serve as a study of other objects transiting throughout space. The expectation is that it will be on the same side as the sun, allowing for a better view of it.

source: Galileo Magazine

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