Where is Andromeda Galaxy (M31) right now?
Andromeda Galaxy (M31) is located in the constellation Andromeda. It is currently below the horizon and is not visible from your location.
Twilight begins at 18:33 local time. At that moment, Andromeda Galaxy (M31) will be 30° above the horizon toward the north-east.
Twilight begins at 18:33 local time. At that moment, Andromeda Galaxy (M31) will be 30° above the horizon toward the north-east.
Where and When to Look for Andromeda Galaxy (M31) Tonight
The best available observing time for Andromeda Galaxy (M31) during this observing period is around 21:48, at 49° above the horizon toward the north. Status: Best view.
How Andromeda Galaxy (M31) Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, Andromeda Galaxy (M31) moves from the north-east, reaches its highest sampled position at 49° toward the north, and finishes toward the north-east.
Track Andromeda Galaxy (M31) position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Andromeda Galaxy (M31)
| Constellation | Andromeda |
| Elevation | 30° |
| Direction | north-east (40°) |
| Magnitude | 3.4 |
Andromeda Galaxy (M31) Passage Through Night
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Current position of Andromeda Galaxy (M31)
| Time | 18:33 |
| Latitude | 0 |
| Longitude | 0 |
| Elevation | 30° |
| Azimuth | 40° |
Here you can see the current position of Andromeda Galaxy (M31) 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.
Andromeda Galaxy (M31) Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 12:00 | -39° | 32° | north-east | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 13:00 | -30° | 40° | north-east | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 14:00 | -20° | 45° | north-east | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 15:00 | -9° | 48° | north-east | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 16:00 | 2° | 49° | north-east | Daylight | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 17:00 | 14° | 47° | north-east | Daylight | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 18:00 | 24° | 44° | north-east | Twilight | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 19:00 | 34° | 37° | north-east | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 20:00 | 42° | 27° | north-east | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 21:00 | 47° | 13° | north-east | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 22:00 | 49° | 356° | north | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 4, 23:00 | 45° | 340° | north-west | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 00:00 | 39° | 328° | north-west | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 01:00 | 30° | 319° | north-west | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 02:00 | 19° | 314° | north-west | Visible | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 03:00 | 8° | 312° | north-west | Very low | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 04:00 | -3° | 311° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 04:28 — Astronomical night ends | -8° | 312° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 04:53 — Twilight end | -13° | 313° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 05:00 | -14° | 313° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 05:18 — Civil sunrise | -17° | 314° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 05:41 — Sunrise | -21° | 315° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 06:00 | -25° | 317° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 07:00 | -34° | 323° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 08:00 | -42° | 333° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 09:00 | -48° | 348° | north-west | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 10:00 | -49° | 5° | north | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 11:00 | -45° | 20° | north-east | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |
| Nov 5, 12:00 | -39° | 33° | north-east | Below horizon | 00h 42m | +41° 16′ |