When Is Bode’s Galaxy (M81) Visible During the Year?

See how Bode’s Galaxy (M81) visibility changes through the year from your location. The graph shows its seasonal observing windows, while the table gives rise, transit and set times for selected dates.

Bode’s Galaxy (M81) will remain visible until August 1, when it moves too close to the Sun and temporarily disappears from the night sky.

Best Months to See Bode’s Galaxy (M81)

Based on the amount of time Bode’s Galaxy (M81) is above the horizon during dark or twilight hours, the strongest observing months in the next year are December 2026, January 2027, November 2026.

Bode’s Galaxy (M81) Visibility Throughout the Year

Bode’s Galaxy (M81) visibility on 2026-09-06

M81 Visible all night

Bode’s Galaxy (M81) rise and set timetable

	Time	Elevation
Bode’s Galaxy (M81) is always above the horizon
Bode’s Galaxy (M81) transit	10:03	58°
Moonset	14:58	40°
Sunset	17:29	28°
Civil sunset	17:56	26°
Twilight start	18:28	23°
Astronomical observing session begins	19:00	22°
Bode’s Galaxy (M81) is always above the horizon
Moonrise, 31.2% illuminated	23:22	17°
Astronomical observing session ends	03:12	30°
Twilight end	03:44	33°
Civil sunrise	04:16	36°
Sunrise	04:43	38°

Track Bode’s Galaxy (M81) Position Throughout the Night

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Bode’s Galaxy (M81) Rise, Transit and Set Times by Date