Lemmon Comet to Grace Swiss Skies Through October

Rare celestial event visible in Swiss skies from October 12 to November 2, with comet C/2025 A6 Lemmon reaching peak brightness by month's end.

Comet C/2025 A6 Lemmon is visible in the Swiss night sky from October 12 to November 2.
The comet has an orbital period of approximately 1,350 years.
The comet traveled through the constellations Gemini, Cancer, and Lynx prior to its current visibility.
An ion tail has formed as the comet's activity increased.

1,350 years

Orbital Period

3 to 4

Magnitude (Brightness)

Magnitude (Polaris)

2.5x

Brightness Factor

"The comet will reach its maximum brightness around the end of October."
— MeteoNews

"The comet is visible to the naked eye, but powerful binoculars are recommended."
— MeteoNews

A Millennial Spectacle Returns

Comet C/2025 A6 Lemmon is visible in the Swiss night sky from October 12 to November 2.
The comet has an orbital period of approximately 1,350 years.
The comet traveled through the constellations Gemini, Cancer, and Lynx prior to its current visibility.
An ion tail has formed as the comet's activity increased.