Where is NGC2459 right now?
NGC2459 is located in the constellation Canis Minor. Although NGC2459 is currently 23° above the horizon, it is not visible because it is daytime.
Where and When to Look for NGC2459 Tonight
The best available observing time for NGC2459 during this observing period is around 03:55, at 60° above the horizon toward the south-east. Status: Best view.
How NGC2459 Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, NGC2459 moves from the north-west, reaches its highest sampled position at 62° toward the south, and finishes toward the north-west.
Track NGC2459 position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of NGC2459
| Constellation | Canis Minor |
| Elevation | -43° |
| Direction | north (10°) |
NGC2459 Passage Through Night
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Current position of NGC2459
| Time | 17:15 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | -43° |
| Azimuth | 10° |
Here you can see the current position of NGC2459 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.
NGC2459 Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 12:00 | -8° | 289° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 13:00 | -19° | 299° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 14:00 | -29° | 312° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 15:00 | -37° | 327° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 16:00 | -42° | 345° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 17:00 | -43° | 5° | north | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 18:00 | -40° | 24° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 19:00 | -34° | 41° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 20:00 | -25° | 55° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 21:00 | -14° | 66° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 22:00 | -3° | 76° | north-east | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 24, 23:00 | 9° | 85° | east | Very low | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 00:00 | 21° | 94° | east | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 01:00 | 33° | 104° | south-east | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 02:00 | 44° | 116° | south-east | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 03:00 | 54° | 133° | south-east | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 03:58 — Astronomical night ends | 60° | 157° | south-east | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 04:00 | 60° | 157° | south-east | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 04:28 — Twilight end | 62° | 172° | south | Visible | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 04:58 — Civil sunrise | 62° | 188° | south | Twilight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 05:00 | 62° | 188° | south | Twilight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 05:26 — Sunrise | 61° | 202° | south-west | Twilight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 06:00 | 57° | 217° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 07:00 | 49° | 237° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 08:00 | 38° | 251° | south-west | Daylight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 09:00 | 26° | 262° | west | Daylight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 10:00 | 14° | 271° | west | Daylight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 11:00 | 2° | 280° | west | Daylight | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |
| Oct 25, 12:00 | -9° | 290° | north-west | Below horizon | 07h 52m | +09° 33′ |