Algieba Position and Visibility Tonight
Where is Algieba right now?
Algieba is located in the constellation Leo. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 15° toward the north-east, with an apparent magnitude of 2.37.
Algieba visibility on 2026-10-27
Algieba Visible from early morning until sunrise
Algieba rise and set timetable
| Time | Elevation | |
| Algieba transit | 09:03 | 72° |
| Algieba set | 15:04 | |
Moonrise, 98.9% illuminated  | 19:51 | -63° |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 20:01 | -64° |
| Algieba rise | 02:58 | |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 05:35 | 37° |
| Twilight end (−12°) | 06:00 | 43° |
| Civil sunrise | 06:25 | 48° |
| Sunrise | 06:47 | 53° |
| Moonset | 08:26 | 70° |
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Star system description: Algieba
A double or multiple star system in Leo.
Pair AB has a measured separation of 4.8″; a telescope may be needed to split it.
The diagram uses the latest WDS measurements; north is up and east is right. Measurements may be from different years. Unconnected groups are arranged separately; close pairs may merge, and pairs without reliable geometry are omitted.
Technical details: Algieba
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| System identifier | WDS 10200+1950 |
| Bayer / Flamsteed designation | γ Leo |
| Constellation | Leo |
| System type | multiple star system |
| Right ascension (RA) | 10h 19m 58s" |
| Declination (Dec) | 19° 50' 29s |
| Component | AB |
| Primary magnitude | 2.37 |
| Secondary magnitude | 3.64 |
| Separation (arcseconds) | 4.8″ |
| Position angle | 127° |
| Discovery year | 1820 |
| Last observed | 2024 |
| Spectral type (primary/secondary) | K1III+gG7 |
| Number of observations | 868 |
7 components are identified in WDS; this is not a count of resolved stars.
Components of Algieba
Each row is a separate WDS component pair. Measurements may come from different years.
| Component | Primary magnitude | Secondary magnitude | Separation (arcseconds) | Position angle | Last observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB | 2.37 | 3.64 | 4.8″ | 127° | 2024 |
| AC | 2.37 | 9.64 | 341.2″ | 288° | 2016 |
| AD | 2.37 | 10.62 | 371.3″ | 302° | 2016 |
| BC | 3.64 | 9.64 | 327.4″ | 288° | 1998 |
| Ca,Cb | 9.30 | 11.30 | 0.2″ | 24° | 2012 |
| CD | 9.64 | 10.62 | 90.7″ | 6° | 2016 |
| CE | 9.64 | 12.95 | 148.6″ | 59° | 2012 |
| CF | 9.64 | 14.10 | 53.4″ | 238° | 2012 |
Notes
- V: Proper motion indicates a physical pair.
Data source: Washington Double Star (WDS) Catalog. Maintained by the U.S. Naval Observatory; thanks to the WDS team.
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Algieba Passage Through Night
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Current position of Algieba
| Time | 04:01 |
| Latitude | 1.35208 |
| Longitude | 103.82 |
| Elevation | 15° |
| Azimuth | 70° |
Here you can see the current position of Algieba on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool lets you track its movement throughout the night with accurate, up-to-date information.
When Is Algieba Visible Throughout the Year?
Algieba will remain visible until July 11, when it moves too close to the Sun and temporarily disappears from the night sky.
| Date | Wed, 28 October 2026 |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 19:55 |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 05:28 |
| Astronomical observing duration | 10h 33m |
| Rise | 02:54 |
| Set | 14:56 |
| Elevation at transit | 72° |
| Transit time | 08:55 |
| Equatorial coordinates | RA: 10h 19m 58s", Dec: 19° 50' 29s |
| Magnitude | 2 |
| Constellation | Leo |
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of Algieba, including its daily appearances and transit times. The vertical axis shows the hours of the day and the horizontal axis spans the year. The reddish area marks when the object is above the horizon, while the white line marks its daily transit.
You can also see when Algieba is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
You can also see when Algieba is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Algieba
Coordinates and Visibility
| Right Ascension | 10h 19m 58s |
| Declination | 19° 50′ 29″ |
| Magnitude | 2.37 |
| Constellation | Leo |
| Elevation | 14.9° |
| Azimuth | 69.8° |