Circinus Constellation
Circinus, the compass, is a small, faint constellation in the southern hemisphere introduced by Nicolas-Louis de Lacaille in the 18th century.
Where is Circinus right now?
It is currently below the horizon and is not visible from your location.
Circinus Rise and Set Timetable
| Time | Elevation | |
| Circinus is always below the horizon | - | |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 23:49 | -44° |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 01:08 | -35° |
Moonrise, 1.8% illuminated  | 01:36 | -32° |
| Circinus transit | 07:07 | -14° |
| Moonset | 11:40 | -27° |
Track Circinus position throughout the night
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Annual motion of Circinus
| Date | Mon, 9 November 2026 |
| Twilight start | 13:50 |
| Twilight end | 00:31 |
| Twilight duration | 11h 41m |
| Rise | Circinus is always down |
| Set | Circinus is always down |
| Elevation at transit | -14° |
| Transit time | 07:03 |
| Equatorial coordinates | RA: 14h 46m 53s", Dec: -63° 54' 43s |
