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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
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Latitude:
39.9625
Longitude:
-83.0061

Ginan Observation Details

Ginan

Ginan Daily Motion

Ginan is said to be "never-rising." It is always below the horizon and remain out of view, regardless of the time of year or night.
Ginan will be visible until January, 1, 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.

Ginan Visibility Timetable on June 17

Ginan Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Ginan is always below the horizon-
Ginan transit20:11-10°
Astrosession begin23:06-17°
Moon Rise, 67.4% illuminated00:58-26°
Astrosession end03:59-47°
Moon Set12:17-47°

Track Ginan Position Throughout the Night

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Finder Chart for Ginan

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Object nameGinan
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Ginan coordinates12.356031, -60.401146999999995
Center coordinates12.356031, -60.401146999999995

Ginan Passage Through Night

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Current position of Ginan

Time05:49
Latitude39.9625
Longitude-83.0061
Ginan elevation-60°
Ginan Azimuth145°
Here you can see the current position of the Ginan on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Ginan's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Ginan

Time
DateWed, 18 June 2025
Twighlight start23:01
Twighlight end03:54
Twighlight duration5h 53m
RiseGinan is always down
SetGinan is always down
Elevation at transit-10°
Transit time20:07
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 12h 21m 21s", Dec: -60° 24' 04s
Magnitude4
ConstellationCrux
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Ginan, 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 Ginan 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.