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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

Alpheratz Observation Details

Alpheratz

Alpheratz Daily Motion


Alpheratz will be visible until February, 25, 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.

Alpheratz Visibility Timetable on June 23

Alpheratz Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Astrosession begin23:07-5°
Alpheratz rise23:42
Moon Rise, 6.7% illuminated03:0735°
Astrosession end04:0046°
Civil sunrise05:3163°
Sunrise06:0569°
Alpheratz transit07:3279°
Moon Set18:29-19°

Track Alpheratz Position Throughout the Night

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Time
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Finder Chart for Alpheratz

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Object nameAlpheratz
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Alpheratz coordinates0.139791, 29.090432
Center coordinates0.139791, 29.090432

Alpheratz Passage Through Night

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Current position of Alpheratz

Time00:30
Latitude39.9625
Longitude-83.0061
Alpheratz elevation7°
Alpheratz Azimuth-58°
Here you can see the current position of the Alpheratz on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Alpheratz's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Alpheratz

Time
DateTue, 24 June 2025
Twighlight start23:07
Twighlight end03:59
Twighlight duration5h 53m
Rise23:39
Set15:18
Elevation at transit79°
Transit time07:28
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 00h 08m 23s", Dec: 29° 05' 25s
Magnitude2
ConstellationAndromeda
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Alpheratz, 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 Alpheratz 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.