Comet Nishimura, a somewhat bright comet that was visible late last summer, as it appeared September 5, 2023. During late March and early April, comet Pons-Brooks should exhibit a similar appearance when viewed with binoculars. IMAGE COURTESY OF MICHAEL JAEGER

Comets in the Night

The planetary show we’ve been enjoying in the evening sky since the latter part of 2023 still has a few more months to run, although only a few planets remain visible. The primary performer is Jupiter, which is high in the western sky at the end of dusk and sets an hour or so before midnight.