Sky Tonight: Star Gazing Guide

Track the next bright comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) easily and accurately with Sky Tonight. This all-in-one stargazing app shows the comet’s real-time position, trajectory, visibility, and upcoming events, making it the best tool for both casual and seasoned comet hunters.

Why choose Sky Tonight?

✔ It’s user-friendly

Whether you're a professional or just starting your astronomy adventure, Sky Tonight makes it easy to find and track comets. Search for C/2023 A3 in the app or just point your phone to the sky and the live sky map will adapt to your surroundings in real time.

✔ It’s science proved

All data comes from trusted scientific sources like NASA, the Comet Observation Database, and the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research, ensuring reliable and up-to-date information.

✔ it’s more than just a comet tracker

Sky Tonight is a full-featured astronomy app. You can explore planets, stars, constellations, and deep sky objects, check a moon phase, plan your stargazing nights, and set reminders for astronomical events. It’s everything a stargazer needs in one app!

✔ It’s tailored to your preferences

Overlay the equatorial or azimuthal grid, adjust the magnitude settings, and switch to night mode or AR for an enhanced stargazing experience.

✔ It’s social

Snap photos of the night sky, overlayed with the app’s sky map, and share them with friends or the stargazing community.

How to explore C/2023 A3 with Sky Tonight?

◆ Find the comet in your sky

Just search for C/2023 A3 in the app or point your device to the sky and see what's up there.

◆ Track the comet trajectory through time

Use the Time Machine feature to explore how the comet will appear in upcoming nights. It’s perfect for planning your stargazing sessions ahead of time.

◆ Set notification for upcoming events

Don’t miss any important moments! In the app’s calendar, mark the perihelion date of C/2023 A3 and set a notification to stay ready for the big event.

◆ Stay updated with the latest comet news

Sky Tonight's Astronomy News section keeps you up to date with all the news about C/2023 A3 and other celestial events, with expert insights and tips.

Bonus features

★ Analema — the comet’s path through the year

See the comet’s path through the year in a beautiful curve. You can adjust the form of the curve, interlay it on your sky in AR-mode. Photographers used to take shots for the whole year to make this curve, you can do it in a few seconds!

★ Photo Editor — capture & share your night sky

Capture stunning shots of the night sky with the comet and other celestial objects overlaid on your photos. Use the built-in editor to add more detail. Share your photo of the comet’s path with your friends, and impress others with your unique astronomical photos!

Sky Tonight isn’t just about tracking comets – it's your complete stargazing companion, packed with tools to make every night under the stars unforgettable. Explore the cosmos like never before and enhance your celestial adventures with Sky Tonight!