Where is NGC2169 right now?
NGC2169 is located in the constellation Orion. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 44° toward the north-east, with an apparent magnitude of 5.90.

Where and When to Look for NGC2169 Tonight
The best available observing time for NGC2169 during this observing period is around 02:37, at 76° above the horizon toward the north. Status: Best view.

How NGC2169 Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, NGC2169 moves from the north-west, reaches its highest sampled position at 75° toward the north-west, and finishes toward the north-west.
Track NGC2169 position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of NGC2169
| Constellation | Orion |
| Elevation | 44° |
| Direction | north-east (70°) |
| Magnitude | 5.9 |
NGC2169 Passage Through Night
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Current position of NGC2169
| Time | 23:42 |
| Latitude | 0 |
| Longitude | 0 |
| Elevation | 44° |
| Azimuth | 70° |
Here you can see the current position of NGC2169 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.
NGC2169 Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 12:00 | -48° | 291° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 13:00 | -61° | 300° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 14:00 | -73° | 324° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 15:00 | -75° | 18° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 16:00 | -66° | 54° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 17:00 | -53° | 66° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 18:00 | -39° | 72° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 19:00 | -24° | 75° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 20:00 | -10° | 76° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 21:00 | 5° | 76° | north-east | Very low | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 22:00 | 19° | 75° | north-east | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 12, 23:00 | 34° | 73° | north-east | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 00:00 | 48° | 69° | north-east | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 01:00 | 62° | 59° | north-east | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 02:00 | 73° | 35° | north-east | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 03:00 | 75° | 340° | north-west | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 04:00 | 66° | 306° | north-west | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 04:28 — Astronomical night ends | 60° | 298° | north-west | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 04:53 — Twilight end | 54° | 294° | north-west | Visible | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 05:00 | 52° | 293° | north-west | Twilight | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 05:19 — Civil sunrise | 48° | 291° | north-west | Twilight | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 05:41 — Sunrise | 43° | 289° | north-west | Twilight | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 06:00 | 38° | 288° | north-west | Daylight | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 07:00 | 24° | 285° | north-west | Daylight | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 08:00 | 9° | 284° | north-west | Daylight | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 09:00 | -5° | 284° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 10:00 | -20° | 285° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 11:00 | -34° | 287° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |
| Nov 13, 12:00 | -49° | 291° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 08m | +13° 57′ |