Where is Pollux right now?
Pollux is located in the constellation Gemini. Although Pollux is currently 20° above the horizon, it is not visible because it is daytime.
Where and When to Look for Pollux Tonight
The best available observing time for Pollux during this observing period is around 04:28, at 62° above the horizon toward the north. Status: Best view.
Pollux will remain visible until June 2, when it moves too close to the Sun and temporarily disappears from the night sky. You can also see when Pollux is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
How Pollux Moves Across the Sky
During this 24-hour period, Pollux moves from the north-west, reaches its highest sampled position at 61° toward the north, and finishes toward the north-west.
Track Pollux position throughout the night
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Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Pollux
| Constellation | Gemini |
| Elevation | -50° |
| Direction | north-east (42°) |
| Right Ascension | 07h 45m |
| Declination | +28° 01′ |
| Magnitude | 1.16 |
Pollux Passage Through Night
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Current position of Pollux
| Time | 18:33 |
| Latitude | 0 |
| Longitude | 0 |
| Elevation | -50° |
| Azimuth | 42° |
Here you can see the current position of Pollux 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.
Pollux Position by Hour
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| Time | Elevation | Azimuth | Direction | Visibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 12:00 | -18° | 300° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 13:00 | -31° | 303° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 14:00 | -43° | 310° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 15:00 | -53° | 322° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 16:00 | -61° | 343° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 17:00 | -61° | 10° | north | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 18:00 | -56° | 33° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 19:00 | -46° | 48° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 20:00 | -34° | 55° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 21:00 | -21° | 60° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 22:00 | -8° | 62° | north-east | Below horizon |
| Nov 7, 23:00 | 5° | 62° | north-east | Very low |
| Nov 8, 00:00 | 18° | 60° | north-east | Visible |
| Nov 8, 01:00 | 31° | 57° | north-east | Visible |
| Nov 8, 02:00 | 43° | 50° | north-east | Visible |
| Nov 8, 03:00 | 54° | 37° | north-east | Visible |
| Nov 8, 04:00 | 61° | 16° | north-east | Visible |
| Nov 8, 04:28 — Astronomical night ends | 62° | 3° | north | Visible |
| Nov 8, 04:53 — Twilight end | 62° | 352° | north | Visible |
| Nov 8, 05:00 | 61° | 349° | north | Twilight |
| Nov 8, 05:18 — Civil sunrise | 60° | 341° | north-west | Twilight |
| Nov 8, 05:41 — Sunrise | 58° | 332° | north-west | Twilight |
| Nov 8, 06:00 | 55° | 326° | north-west | Daylight |
| Nov 8, 07:00 | 45° | 312° | north-west | Daylight |
| Nov 8, 08:00 | 34° | 304° | north-west | Daylight |
| Nov 8, 09:00 | 21° | 300° | north-west | Daylight |
| Nov 8, 10:00 | 8° | 298° | north-west | Daylight |
| Nov 8, 11:00 | -6° | 298° | north-west | Below horizon |
| Nov 8, 12:00 | -19° | 300° | north-west | Below horizon |