It's somewhat interesting as far as viewing with the naked eye goes. Through a camera lens, binoculars, or telescope? You can get as good a view anytime, often better, since you can choose the time and place to achieve a clear shot.
The hype is overblown ... it was perceptibly as big last month, and will be again next month ... but to be honest it's welcome, because the newscasters really do need something else to talk about besides ...