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Comet C/2025 R2 will dazzle the night sky in October – Here is how to see it

Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) is brightening the October night sky, offering stargazers a rare chance to see its glowing tail. Here is how and when to watch it.

October 19, 2025 / 11:19 IST
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An image of C/2025 R2 (SWAN) captured on Sept. 15 (Image: Canva)
An image of C/2025 R2 (SWAN) captured on Sept. 15 (Image: Canva)

Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN), a comet that has just been discovered can be seen by astronomers in October. The comet was discovered on by Ukrainian, amateur astronomer Vladimir Bezugly. This comet is rapidly becoming brighter. It will be seen on October 21, when it comes to the surface of the Earth.

When and Where to See It?

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Comet SWAN is also seen best in the evening sky during the months of October. It is best noticed soon after sunset when it is lowered down on the south-southwest.

The comet was placed within the eastern half of the Serpens Constellation at the 5-degree mark to the left of the star named Xi Serpentis, on October 16. This comet will make its closest approach to Earth later this month on October 21.