Where is Markab right now?
Markab is located in the constellation Pegasus. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 66° toward the north-west, with an apparent magnitude of 2.49.
Where and When to Look for Markab Tonight
The best available observing time for Markab during this observing period is around 23:03, at 66° above the horizon toward the north-west. Status: Best view.
Markab will remain visible until January 22, when it moves too close to the Sun and temporarily disappears from the night sky. You can also see when Markab is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
How Markab Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, Markab moves from the north-east, reaches its highest sampled position at 76° toward the north-west, and finishes toward the north-east.
Track Markab position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Markab
| Constellation | Pegasus |
| Elevation | 66° |
| Direction | north-west (307°) |
| Right Ascension | 23h 04m |
| Declination | +15° 12′ |
| Magnitude | 2.49 |
Markab Passage Through Night
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Current position of Markab
| Time | 23:03 |
| Latitude | 1.35208 |
| Longitude | 103.82 |
| Elevation | 66° |
| Azimuth | 307° |
Here you can see the current position of Markab 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.
Markab Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27, 12:00 | -53° | 62° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Oct 27, 13:00 | -40° | 69° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Oct 27, 14:00 | -25° | 72° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Oct 27, 15:00 | -11° | 74° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Oct 27, 16:00 | 4° | 75° | north-east | Daylight |
| Oct 27, 17:00 | 18° | 74° | north-east | Daylight |
| Oct 27, 18:00 | 33° | 73° | north-east | Daylight |
| Oct 27, 18:49 — Sunset | 44° | 70° | north-east | Twilight |
| Oct 27, 19:00 | 47° | 69° | north-east | Twilight |
| Oct 27, 19:11 — Civil sunset | 50° | 68° | north-east | Twilight |
| Oct 27, 19:36 — Twilight start | 55° | 65° | north-east | Visible |
| Oct 27, 20:00 | 60° | 61° | north-east | Visible |
| Oct 27, 20:01 — Astronomical night starts | 61° | 60° | north-east | Visible |
| Oct 27, 21:00 | 72° | 39° | north-east | Visible |
| Oct 27, 22:00 | 76° | 346° | north-west | Visible |
| Oct 27, 23:00 | 67° | 308° | north-west | Visible |
| Oct 28, 00:00 | 54° | 294° | north-west | Visible |
| Oct 28, 01:00 | 40° | 289° | north-west | Visible |
| Oct 28, 02:00 | 26° | 286° | north-west | Visible |
| Oct 28, 03:00 | 11° | 285° | north-west | Visible |
| Oct 28, 04:00 | -3° | 285° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 05:00 | -18° | 286° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 05:35 — Astronomical night ends | -26° | 288° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 06:00 | -32° | 289° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 06:00 — Twilight end | -32° | 289° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 06:25 — Civil sunrise | -38° | 291° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 06:47 — Sunrise | -43° | 292° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 07:00 | -46° | 294° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 08:00 | -59° | 304° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 09:00 | -70° | 327° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 10:00 | -73° | 14° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 11:00 | -65° | 48° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Oct 28, 12:00 | -52° | 63° | north-east | Below horizon |