Where is Comet 78P/Gehrels?

Comet 78P/Gehrels is currently in the constellation of Ophiucus. The current Right Ascension is 17h 37m 50s and the Declination is -18° 09’ 11”.

Right now, from the selected location (Greenwich, United Kingdom edit_location_alt), Comet 78P/Gehrels is not visible because it is below the horizon. You can check Comet 78P/Gehrels Rise and Set Times to know when Comet 78P/Gehrels will rise from your location.

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Map showing Comet 78P/Gehrels in Ophiucus on April, 24 2024
Field of view: 50x30 degrees
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 = visible to the naked eye
 = binocular, brighter than 10th magnitude

radio_button_checked Current altitude ≥ 30°   radio_button_checked Current altitude < 30°   radio_button_checked Below the horizon

 From: Greenwich, United Kingdom edit_location_alt

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