Where is M50 right now?
M50 is located in the constellation Monoceros. Although M50 is currently 36° above the horizon, it is not visible because it is daytime.
Track M50 position throughout the night
← 18 October 2026 →
| Time | |
| Altitude | |
| Azimuth |
Shift the map to change the time and observe M50 changing position in the night sky.
Where and When to Look for M50 Tonight
The best observable position of M50 is near 04:22: 44° above the horizon toward the south. Status: Best view.
How M50 Moves Across the Sky
During this observing period, M50 moves from the west, reaches its highest sampled position at 44° toward the south, and finishes toward the west.
Astrometric and Physical Parameters of M50
| Constellation | Monoceros |
| Elevation | -58° |
| Direction | north-east (29°) |
| Magnitude | 5.9 |
M50 Passage Through Night
Double-click to unlock the map.
Current position of M50
| Time | 17:24 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | -58° |
| Azimuth | 29° |
Here you can see the current position of M50 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.
M50 Position by Hour
Select a row to move both interactive maps to that time.
| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 12:00 | -24° | 278° | west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 13:00 | -36° | 289° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 14:00 | -46° | 302° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 15:00 | -55° | 321° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 16:00 | -60° | 348° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 17:00 | -60° | 18° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 18:00 | -54° | 43° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 19:00 | -44° | 61° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 20:00 | -33° | 74° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 21:00 | -22° | 84° | east | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 22:00 | -10° | 93° | east | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 17, 23:00 | 2° | 102° | south-east | Very low | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 00:00 | 14° | 112° | south-east | Visible | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 01:00 | 24° | 123° | south-east | Visible | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 02:00 | 33° | 136° | south-east | Visible | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 03:00 | 40° | 153° | south-east | Visible | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 03:51 — Astronomical night ends | 44° | 170° | south | Visible | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 04:00 | 44° | 172° | south | Visible | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 04:22 — Twilight end | 44° | 180° | south | Twilight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 04:52 — Civil sunrise | 44° | 190° | south | Twilight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 05:00 | 43° | 193° | south-west | Twilight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 05:20 — Sunrise | 42° | 200° | south-west | Twilight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 06:00 | 39° | 212° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 07:00 | 31° | 227° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 08:00 | 22° | 240° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 09:00 | 11° | 251° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 10:00 | -1° | 260° | west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 11:00 | -13° | 269° | west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |
| Oct 18, 12:00 | -25° | 279° | west | Below horizon | 07h 02m | −08° 21′ |