Kochab Position and Visibility Tonight
Where is Kochab right now?
Kochab is located in the constellation Ursa Minor. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 22° toward the north, with an apparent magnitude of 2.07.
Twilight begins at 01:57 local time. At that moment, Kochab will be 22° above the horizon toward the north.
Twilight begins at 01:57 local time. At that moment, Kochab will be 22° above the horizon toward the north.
Kochab visibility on 2026-09-14
Kochab Visible all night
Kochab rise and set timetable
| Time | Elevation | |
| Kochab is always above the horizon | ||
Moonrise, 4.1% illuminated  | 07:32 | 32° |
| Kochab transit | 14:26 | 53° |
| Sunset | 17:17 | 48° |
| Civil sunset | 17:44 | 46° |
| Twilight start (−12°) | 18:15 | 45° |
| Moonset | 18:26 | 44° |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 18:46 | 42° |
| Kochab is always above the horizon | ||
| Astronomical observing session ends | 03:20 | 22° |
| Twilight end (−12°) | 03:52 | 22° |
| Civil sunrise | 04:22 | 23° |
| Sunrise | 04:50 | 24° |
Track Kochab position throughout the night
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Finder Chart for Kochab
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| Object name | Kochab |
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| Kochab coordinates | 14.845104999999998, 74.155505 |
| Center coordinates | 14.845104999999998, 74.155505 |
Kochab Passage Through Night
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Current position of Kochab
| Time | 01:57 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | 22° |
| Azimuth | 358° |
Here you can see the current position of Kochab 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 Kochab Visible Throughout the Year?
Kochab will be visible throughout the entire year. Its position changes by about 32°. Use the annual motion section to find when Kochab reaches its highest elevation.
| Date | Tue, 15 September 2026 |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 18:40 |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 03:15 |
| Astronomical observing duration | 9h 35m |
| Rise | Kochab is always up |
| Set | Kochab is always up |
| Elevation at transit | 53° |
| Transit time | 14:22 |
| Equatorial coordinates | RA: 14h 50m 42s", Dec: 74° 09' 19s |
| Magnitude | 2 |
| Constellation | Ursa Minor |
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of Kochab, 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 Kochab is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
You can also see when Kochab is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Kochab
Coordinates and Visibility
| Right Ascension | 14h 50m 42s |
| Declination | 74° 09′ 20″ |
| Magnitude | 2.07 |
| Constellation | Ursa Minor |
| Elevation | 21.6° |
| Azimuth | 358° |
| Spectral type | K4IIIvar |