C/2019 J2 (Palomar)

Observed:  Points: 10

Current Info for Observer

as of 04/27/2024 12:30 a.m.

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General Info

as of 04/27/2024 12:30 a.m.

TypeComet
Constellation Vela
Magnitude30.05
Peak Magnitude 16.55 (July 15, 2019)
OrbitsSun
Right ascension9:28:42.26 (Hours)
Declination-51:21:47.9 (Deg)
Distance from Earth13.43439AU
Closest Approach July 13, 2019 (1.743AU)
Distance from Sun13.83645AU
Elongation111:35:28.4

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