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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

Kaus Borealis Observation Details

Kaus Borealis

Kaus Borealis Daily Motion


Kaus Borealis 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.

Kaus Borealis Visibility Timetable on May 09

Kaus Borealis Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Moon Rise, 87.4% illuminated17:00-75°
Astrosession begin22:21-21°
Kaus Borealis rise00:24
Astrosession end04:3525°
Moon Set04:4525°
Kaus Borealis transit04:5025°
Civil sunrise05:5223°
Sunrise06:2321°
Kaus Borealis set09:15

Track Kaus Borealis Position Throughout the Night

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Time
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Finder Chart for Kaus Borealis

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Object nameKaus Borealis
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Kaus Borealis coordinates18.466179, -25.4217
Center coordinates18.466179, -25.4217

Kaus Borealis Passage Through Night

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Current position of Kaus Borealis

Time16:10
Latitude39.9625
Longitude-83.0061
Kaus Borealis elevation-73°
Kaus Borealis Azimuth34°
Here you can see the current position of the Kaus Borealis on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Kaus Borealis's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Kaus Borealis

Time
DateFri, 9 May 2025
Twighlight start22:16
Twighlight end04:30
Twighlight duration6h 13m
Rise00:24
Set09:15
Elevation at transit25°
Transit time04:50
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 18h 27m 58s", Dec: -25° 25' 18s
Magnitude3
ConstellationSagittarius
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Kaus Borealis, 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 Kaus Borealis 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.