Where is NGC2301 right now?
NGC2301 is located in the constellation Monoceros. It is currently below the horizon and is not visible from your location.

Where and When to Look for NGC2301 Tonight
The best available observing time for NGC2301 during this observing period is around 04:03, at 89° above the horizon toward the north-east. Status: Best view.

How NGC2301 Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, NGC2301 moves from the west, reaches its highest sampled position at 88° toward the north-east, and finishes toward the west.
Track NGC2301 position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of NGC2301
| Constellation | Monoceros |
| Elevation | -5° |
| Direction | east (90°) |
| Magnitude | 6 |
NGC2301 Passage Through Night
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Current position of NGC2301
| Time | 21:48 |
| Latitude | 0 |
| Longitude | 0 |
| Elevation | -5° |
| Azimuth | 90° |
Here you can see the current position of NGC2301 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.
NGC2301 Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 12:00 | -28° | 271° | west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 13:00 | -43° | 271° | west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 14:00 | -58° | 271° | west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 15:00 | -73° | 272° | west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 16:00 | -88° | 283° | north-west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 17:00 | -77° | 88° | east | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 18:00 | -62° | 89° | east | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 19:00 | -47° | 89° | east | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 20:00 | -32° | 89° | east | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 21:00 | -17° | 90° | east | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 22:00 | -2° | 90° | east | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 1, 23:00 | 13° | 90° | east | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 00:00 | 28° | 89° | east | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 01:00 | 43° | 89° | east | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 02:00 | 58° | 89° | east | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 03:00 | 73° | 88° | east | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 04:00 | 88° | 73° | north-east | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 04:29 — Astronomical night ends | 84° | 275° | west | Visible | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 04:53 — Twilight end | 78° | 272° | west | Twilight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 05:00 | 76° | 272° | west | Twilight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 05:18 — Civil sunrise | 72° | 271° | west | Twilight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 05:41 — Sunrise | 66° | 271° | west | Twilight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 06:00 | 61° | 271° | west | Daylight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 07:00 | 46° | 271° | west | Daylight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 08:00 | 31° | 271° | west | Daylight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 09:00 | 16° | 270° | west | Daylight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 10:00 | 1° | 270° | west | Daylight | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 11:00 | -14° | 270° | west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |
| Nov 2, 12:00 | -29° | 271° | west | Below horizon | 06h 51m | +00° 27′ |