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Longitude:
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Caelum Constellation

Caelum

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Open the interactive guide to Caelum’s position and path tonight

Caelum, the chisel, is a small southern constellation introduced by Nicolas-Louis de Lacaille in the 18th century, representing a chisel or engraving tool.

Where is Caelum right now?

The center of the constellation is currently 12° above the horizon toward the south.

Caelum Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Caelum rise17:55
Astronomical observing session begins20:3612°
Caelum transit21:1112°
Moonrise, 11% illuminated 23:256°
Caelum set00:27
Astronomical observing session ends01:06-5°
Moonset10:47-71°

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Annual motion of Caelum

Time
DateSat, 7 November 2026
Twilight start13:52
Twilight end00:29
Twilight duration11h 37m
Rise17:51
Set00:23
Elevation at transit12°
Transit time21:07
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 04h 41m 24s", Dec: -38° 00' 27s