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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.
Your location: Columbus, United States
Timezone:
Latitude:
39.9625
Longitude:
-83.0061

Albireo Observation Details

Albireo

Albireo Daily Motion


Albireo will be visible until December, 30, when it will move too close to the Sun. During this time, its proximity to the Sun will cause it to disappear from the night sky, making it unobservable for a while.

Albireo Visibility Timetable on May 20

Albireo Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Albireo rise21:25
Astrosession begin22:3712°
Moon Rise, 52.6% illuminated02:2955°
Astrosession end04:1974°
Albireo transit05:0978°
Civil sunrise05:4176°
Sunrise06:1372°
Albireo set12:53
Moon Set13:16-3°

Track Albireo Position Throughout the Night

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Elevation (degrees)
Time
Altitude
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Finder Chart for Albireo

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Object nameAlbireo
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Albireo coordinates19.512023000000003, 27.959681
Center coordinates19.512023000000003, 27.959681

Albireo Passage Through Night

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Current position of Albireo

Time06:37
Latitude39.9625
Longitude-83.0061
Albireo elevation69°
Albireo Azimuth118°
Here you can see the current position of the Albireo on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Albireo's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Albireo

Time
DateTue, 20 May 2025
Twighlight start22:33
Twighlight end04:14
Twighlight duration6h 41m
Rise21:25
Set12:53
Elevation at transit78°
Transit time05:09
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 19h 30m 43s", Dec: 27° 57' 34s
Magnitude3
ConstellationCygnus
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Albireo, 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 Albireo 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.