Where is NGC2246 right now?
NGC2246 is located in the constellation Monoceros. It is currently below the horizon and is not visible from your location.
Track NGC2246 Position Throughout the Night
← 7 September 2026 →
| Time | |
| Altitude | |
| Azimuth |
Shift the map to change the time and observe NGC2246 changing position in the night sky.
Where and When to Look for NGC2246 Tonight
The best observable position of NGC2246 is near 04:16: 45° above the horizon toward the south-east. Status: Best view.
How NGC2246 Moves Across the Sky
During this observing period, NGC2246 moves from the west, reaches its highest sampled position at 45° toward the south-east, and finishes toward the west.
Astrometric and Physical Parameters of NGC2246
| Constellation | Monoceros |
| Elevation | -47° |
| Direction | north (357°) |
NGC2246 Passage Through Night
Double-click to unlock the map.
Current position of NGC2246
| Time | 18:26 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | -47° |
| Azimuth | 357° |
Here you can see the current position of NGC2246 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.
NGC2246 Position by Hour
Select a row to move both interactive maps to that time.
| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 6, 12:00 | 10° | 269° | west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 13:00 | -2° | 278° | west | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 14:00 | -13° | 287° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 15:00 | -24° | 298° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 16:00 | -34° | 311° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 17:00 | -42° | 327° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 18:00 | -47° | 347° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 19:00 | -47° | 9° | north | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 20:00 | -43° | 30° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 21:00 | -36° | 47° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 22:00 | -26° | 60° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 6, 23:00 | -15° | 71° | north-east | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 00:00 | -4° | 81° | east | Below horizon | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 01:00 | 8° | 90° | east | Very low | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 02:00 | 20° | 99° | east | Visible | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 03:00 | 32° | 110° | south-east | Visible | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 03:13 — Astronomical night ends | 34° | 112° | south-east | Visible | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 03:45 — Twilight end | 40° | 120° | south-east | Visible | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 04:00 | 42° | 123° | south-east | Twilight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 04:16 — Civil sunrise | 45° | 127° | south-east | Twilight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 04:44 — Sunrise | 49° | 136° | south-east | Twilight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 05:00 | 51° | 141° | south-east | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 06:00 | 57° | 165° | south-east | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 07:00 | 57° | 192° | south-west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 08:00 | 52° | 217° | south-west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 09:00 | 44° | 235° | south-west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 10:00 | 33° | 249° | south-west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 11:00 | 21° | 260° | west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |
| Sep 7, 12:00 | 10° | 269° | west | Daylight | 06h 32m | +05° 07′ |