Algedi Observation Details
Algedi Daily Motion
Algedi will be visible until December, 6, 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.
Algedi Visibility Timetable on September 28
Algedi Rise and Set Timetable
| Time | Elevation | |
| Moon Rise, 29.9% illuminated | 10:47 | -34° |
| Algedi rise | 13:37 | |
| Sunset | 16:55 | 32° |
| Civil sunset | 17:22 | 35° |
| Astrosession begin | 18:23 | 39° |
| Algedi transit | 18:57 | 40° |
| Moon Set | 19:58 | 38° |
| Algedi set | 00:17 | |
| Astrosession end | 03:34 | -39° |
Track Algedi Position Throughout the Night
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Where is Algedi right now?
Algedi is located in the constellation Capricornus, at right ascension 20h 18m 03s" and declination -12° 32' 41s. At the current time, it is above the horizon at an altitude of 39 degrees toward the south-southeast from your location, with an apparent magnitude of 3.58.Finder Chart for Algedi
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| Object name | Algedi |
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| Algedi coordinates | 20.300904, -12.544852 |
| Center coordinates | 20.300904, -12.544852 |
Algedi Passage Through Night
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Current position of Algedi
| Time | 19:33 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Algedi elevation | 39° |
| Algedi Azimuth | 169° |
Here you can see the current position of the Algedi on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Algedi's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.
Annual motion of Algedi
| Date | Mon, 29 September 2025 |
| Twighlight start | 18:21 |
| Twighlight end | 03:32 |
| Twighlight duration | 9h 11m |
| Rise | 13:33 |
| Set | 00:13 |
| Elevation at transit | 40° |
| Transit time | 18:53 |
| Equatorial coordinates | RA: 20h 18m 03s", Dec: -12° 32' 41s |
| Magnitude | 4 |
| Constellation | Capricornus |
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Algedi, 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 Algedi 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.
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 Algedi 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.
Astrometric & Physical Parameters of Algedi
Coordinates & Visibility
| Right Ascension | 20.300904° |
| Declination | -12.544852° |
| Magnitude | 3.58 |
| Constellation | Capricornus |
| Elevation | 39.4° |
| Azimuth | 168.5° |