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When can the zodiacal light be seen during the night?

Answer 1

It is really visible only just before dawn or just after sunset

The eerie light rising from the western horizon in late winter or early spring is known as the zodiacal light, also sometimes called the false dawn, because it can also be seen in the east just before dawn breaks on the horizon in late summer or early autumn.

Here is a description of the ideal dates, times, and locations to see it:

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Answer 2

Joseph Allen

When there is little to no light pollution during the night, the zodiacal light can be seen. This is usually 1-2 hours after sunset or before sunrise.

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