How to find NGC6441 using Scorpius

This guide uses bright stars first, then narrows the field for a telescope or binocular finder. Use Scorpius as the main sky landmark.

Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach NGC6441.

NGC6441 is 27° above the horizon toward the southwest.

Begin with Scorpius, then follow the reference stars toward NGC6441.

Scorpius

Recognize the characteristic star pattern of Scorpius before following the route.

Identify HYG 86670.0 in or near Scorpius; the chart shows its position relative to the guide.

From HYG 86670.0, move about 2.5° toward the northeast until you reach NGC6441. This is the target field.