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Observation Settings

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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

Nekkar Observation Details

Nekkar

Nekkar Daily Motion


Nekkar will be visible until October, 28, 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.

Nekkar Visibility Timetable on May 29

Nekkar Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Moon Rise, 2.8% illuminated07:0117°
Nekkar rise15:05
Sunset20:5053°
Civil sunset21:2359°
Astrosession begin22:4975°
Moon Set23:1881°
Nekkar transit00:0690°
Astrosession end04:0944°
Civil sunrise05:3430°
Sunrise06:0824°
Nekkar set09:06

Track Nekkar Position Throughout the Night

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Elevation (degrees)
Time
Altitude
Azimuth
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Finder Chart for Nekkar

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Object nameNekkar
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Nekkar coordinates15.032435999999999, 40.390566
Center coordinates15.032435999999999, 40.390566

Nekkar Passage Through Night

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Current position of Nekkar

Time18:01
Latitude39.9625
Longitude-83.0061
Nekkar elevation24°
Nekkar Azimuth-56°
Here you can see the current position of the Nekkar on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Nekkar's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Nekkar

Time
DateThu, 29 May 2025
Twighlight start22:44
Twighlight end04:04
Twighlight duration5h 19m
Rise15:01
Set09:02
Elevation at transit90°
Transit time00:02
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 15h 01m 56s", Dec: 40° 23' 26s
Magnitude3
ConstellationBootes
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Nekkar, 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 Nekkar 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.