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This Earth map fragment is intended to illustrate celestial motion across the sky, emphasizing both bearing and elevational perspectives. The map's center point corresponds to the transit, showcasing celestial objects at their highest point, while elevation gradually decreases towards the map edges. This dynamic representation offers insights into the changing positions of celestial bodies with a focus on their bearing and elevational trajectories.
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Latitude:
37.3541
Longitude:
-121.955

Eskimo Nebula (NGC2392) Position and Visibility Tonight

NGC2392

Where is Eskimo Nebula right now?

Eskimo Nebula (NGC2392) is located in the constellation Gemini. Although it is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 44 degrees, NGC2392 is not visible because it is daytime.

NGC2392 Visibility on August 01

NGC2392 is visible just before sunrise

NGC2392 Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
NGC2392 transit09:5974°
NGC2392 set17:06
Moon Rise, 94.4% illuminated 19:31-22°
Astrosession begin19:58-25°
Astrosession end02:30-3°
NGC2392 rise02:48
Twighlight end03:084°
Civil sunrise03:4310°
Sunrise04:1316°
Moon Set07:1351°

Track NGC2392 Position Throughout the Night

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Finder Chart for NGC2392

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Object nameNGC2392
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
NGC2392 coordinates7.48632, 20.91183
Center coordinates7.48632, 20.91183

NGC2392 Passage Through Night

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Current position of NGC2392

Time13:17
Latitude37.3541
Longitude-121.955
NGC2392 elevation44°
NGC2392 Azimuth263°
Here you can see the current position of the NGC2392 on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the NGC2392's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of NGC2392


NGC2392 will become visible in August, 29. After being too close to the Sun to observe, it will reappear in the night sky. Starting from August, 29, NGC2392 can be seen again, providing a good opportunity for observation.
Time
DateSat, 1 August 2026
Twighlight start19:54
Twighlight end02:23
Twighlight duration6h 30m
Rise02:48
Set17:02
Elevation at transit74°
Transit time09:55
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 07h 29m 10s", Dec: 20° 54' 42s
Magnitude10
ConstellationGemini
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a NGC2392, providing a comprehensive overview of its daily appearances and transit times throughout the year.
The graph is structured with the vertical axis showing the hours of the day, ranging from 12 AM to 12 AM the next day, while the horizontal axis spans each day of the year.
The reddish shaded area indicates the periods when the NGC2392 is above the horizon, visible to observers. The white line marks the times when the celestial object reaches its highest point in the sky each day, known as the transit.
You can also view detailed visibility information in a dedicated table, including exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.

Astrometric & Physical Parameters of NGC2392

Coordinates & Visibility

Right Ascension7.48632°
Declination20.91183°
Magnitude9.61
ConstellationGemini
Elevation44.2°
Azimuth263.3°

Data Credits

The nebulae information on this page is sourced from the OpenNGC project, developed by Matteo Verga. OpenNGC provides detailed data on the NGC catalog, which is a valuable resource for exploring deep-sky objects such as nebulae.

For more details or to contribute to OpenNGC, visit the official GitHub repository: OpenNGC on GitHub.