The comet will be visible in the Northern Hemisphere in the evening, just after sunset, when it is low in the southwestern sky. It will have a short viewing window: The comet's closest approach to Earth and best opportunity to view is on Oct. 12.

Oct. 10-12: The comet will appear in the evening in the Northern Hemisphere shortly after sunset, very low in the western sky in the constellation of Virgo. Short observation window, but visible with the naked eye. The best time to see the comet will be as it makes its closest approach to Earth on Oct. 12.

The comet is already beginning to be visible in the morning sky just before sunrise. However, starting around October 13 or 14, it should become easier to see in the evening sky,