Algenib Position and Visibility Tonight
Where is Algenib right now?
Algenib is located in the constellation Pegasus. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 37° toward the west, with an apparent magnitude of 2.83.
Twilight begins at 03:18 local time. At that moment, Algenib will be 37° above the horizon toward the west.
Twilight begins at 03:18 local time. At that moment, Algenib will be 37° above the horizon toward the west.
Algenib visibility on 2026-09-16
Algenib Visible all night
Algenib rise and set timetable
| Time | Elevation | |
Moonrise, 16% illuminated  | 09:41 | -30° |
| Algenib rise | 16:53 | |
| Sunset | 17:13 | 4° |
| Civil sunset | 17:41 | 9° |
| Twilight start (−12°) | 18:12 | 15° |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 18:43 | 21° |
| Moonset | 19:28 | 31° |
| Algenib transit | 23:39 | 68° |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 03:22 | 36° |
| Twilight end (−12°) | 03:53 | 30° |
| Civil sunrise | 04:24 | 24° |
| Sunrise | 04:52 | 18° |
| Algenib set | 06:26 |
Track Algenib position throughout the night
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Finder Chart for Algenib
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| Object name | Algenib |
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| Algenib coordinates | 0.220598, 15.183596 |
| Center coordinates | 0.220598, 15.183596 |
Algenib Passage Through Night
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Current position of Algenib
| Time | 03:18 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | 37° |
| Azimuth | 261° |
Here you can see the current position of Algenib 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.
When Is Algenib Visible Throughout the Year?
Algenib will remain visible until February 18, when it moves too close to the Sun and temporarily disappears from the night sky.
| Date | Thu, 17 September 2026 |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 18:37 |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 03:17 |
| Astronomical observing duration | 9h 40m |
| Rise | 16:49 |
| Set | 06:22 |
| Elevation at transit | 68° |
| Transit time | 23:35 |
| Equatorial coordinates | RA: 00h 13m 14s", Dec: 15° 11' 00s |
| Magnitude | 3 |
| Constellation | Pegasus |
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of Algenib, including its daily appearances and transit times. The vertical axis shows the hours of the day and the horizontal axis spans the year. The reddish area marks when the object is above the horizon, while the white line marks its daily transit.
You can also see when Algenib is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
You can also see when Algenib is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Algenib
Coordinates and Visibility
| Right Ascension | 00h 13m 14s |
| Declination | 15° 11′ 01″ |
| Magnitude | 2.83 |
| Constellation | Pegasus |
| Elevation | 36.9° |
| Azimuth | 260.7° |
| Spectral type | B2IV |