A Cosmic Visitor: Asteroid 2003 HB Is Coming!

Get ready for a dazzling astronomical event! On May 25, 2025, the Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (390725) 2003 HB will make a close, yet completely safe, pass by Earth—coming as close as 7 million kilometers, or 18.2 times the distance to the Moon!

Stunning Images Captured!

Check out the incredible image we've captured! It was taken using the advanced Celestron C14 telescope as part of the Virtual Telescope Project. This image shows the asteroid as a sharp dot of light, with a white arrow indicating its path. Stars appear as streaks due to the asteroid's movement.

What You Need to Know!

As of now, asteroid 2003 HB is about 38.9 million kilometers away and closing in fast. This impressive rock measures around 300 meters in diameter and poses no threat to Earth. It will reach its closest point to us at 14:28 UTC on May 25!

Don't Miss the Live Show!

Excited to see this celestial spectacle? Join us online on May 24, 2025, for a live viewing of asteroid 2003 HB—you won’t want to miss it!