Where is NGC2686 right now?
NGC2686 is located in the constellation Ursa Major. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 61° toward the north-east, with an apparent magnitude of .
Where and When to Look for NGC2686 Tonight
The best available observing time for NGC2686 during this observing period is around 03:55, at 67° above the horizon toward the north-east. Status: Best view.
How NGC2686 Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, NGC2686 moves from the north-west, reaches its highest sampled position at 78° toward the north, and finishes toward the north-west.
Track NGC2686 position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of NGC2686
| Constellation | Ursa Major |
| Elevation | 61° |
| Direction | north-east (54°) |
NGC2686 Passage Through Night
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Current position of NGC2686
| Time | 03:20 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | 61° |
| Azimuth | 54° |
Here you can see the current position of NGC2686 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.
NGC2686 Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility | RA | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 12:00 | 26° | 313° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 13:00 | 18° | 319° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 14:00 | 10° | 326° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 15:00 | 4° | 334° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 16:00 | 0° | 343° | north-west | Below horizon | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 17:00 | -3° | 352° | north | Below horizon | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 18:00 | -3° | 2° | north | Below horizon | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 19:00 | -2° | 12° | north-east | Below horizon | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 20:00 | 1° | 21° | north-east | Very low | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 21:00 | 6° | 29° | north-east | Very low | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 22:00 | 13° | 37° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 24, 23:00 | 21° | 43° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 00:00 | 29° | 48° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 01:00 | 38° | 52° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 02:00 | 48° | 55° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 03:00 | 58° | 55° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 03:58 — Astronomical night ends | 67° | 50° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 04:00 | 67° | 50° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 04:28 — Twilight end | 72° | 44° | north-east | Visible | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 04:58 — Civil sunrise | 75° | 33° | north-east | Twilight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 05:00 | 75° | 32° | north-east | Twilight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 05:26 — Sunrise | 78° | 15° | north-east | Twilight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 06:00 | 78° | 350° | north | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 07:00 | 72° | 317° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 08:00 | 63° | 307° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 09:00 | 54° | 305° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 10:00 | 44° | 306° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 11:00 | 34° | 309° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |
| Oct 25, 12:00 | 25° | 314° | north-west | Daylight | 08h 54m | +49° 08′ |