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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

Sheliak Observation Details

Sheliak

Sheliak Daily Motion


Sheliak will be visible until December, 25, 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.

Sheliak Visibility Timetable on June 01

Sheliak Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Moon Rise, 25.1% illuminated10:3412°
Sheliak rise19:29
Sunset20:5212°
Civil sunset21:2618°
Astrosession begin22:5333°
Moon Set01:2361°
Sheliak transit03:4183°
Astrosession end04:0682°
Civil sunrise05:3367°
Sunrise06:0660°
Sheliak set11:54

Track Sheliak Position Throughout the Night

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Finder Chart for Sheliak

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Object nameSheliak
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Sheliak coordinates18.834665, 33.362667
Center coordinates18.834665, 33.362667

Sheliak Passage Through Night

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Current position of Sheliak

Time04:05
Latitude39.9625
Longitude-83.0061
Sheliak elevation82°
Sheliak Azimuth142°
Here you can see the current position of the Sheliak on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Sheliak's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Sheliak

Time
DateMon, 2 June 2025
Twighlight start22:49
Twighlight end04:00
Twighlight duration5h 11m
Rise19:25
Set11:50
Elevation at transit83°
Transit time03:37
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 18h 50m 04s", Dec: 33° 21' 45s
Magnitude4
ConstellationLyra
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Sheliak, 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 Sheliak 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.