How to find NGC0103 using Cassiopeia

This guide uses bright stars first, then narrows the field for a telescope or binocular finder. Use Cassiopeia as the main sky landmark.

Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach NGC0103.

NGC0103 is 37° above the horizon toward the northwest.

Begin with Cassiopeia, then follow the reference stars toward NGC0103.

Cassiopeia

Recognize the characteristic star pattern of Cassiopeia before following the route.

Identify Caph in or near Cassiopeia; the chart shows its position relative to the guide.

From Caph, move about 3° toward the northeast until you reach NGC0103. This is the target field.