The NEO 2022 MQ makes a close approach on June 27 at 00:46 UT. ST4v predicts that peak brightness will occur on June 26 at ~0200 EDT when it will be 15.2 magnitude. It's already predicted to reach 16.5 magnitude tonight. At peak brightness the predicted motion is 26.3"/min when it will be in Sagittarius.
Here's an Interactive Atlas chart showing the predicted path through Aquila & Sagittarius: [attachment=2406]
This object will also be visible from the southern hemisphere, weather permitting.
CNEOS gives this pass a 'Rarity' of 1.
Phil S.
Here's an Interactive Atlas chart showing the predicted path through Aquila & Sagittarius: [attachment=2406]
This object will also be visible from the southern hemisphere, weather permitting.
CNEOS gives this pass a 'Rarity' of 1.
Phil S.