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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: Santa Clara, United States
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Latitude:
37.3541
Longitude:
-121.955

Zosma Observation Details

Zosma

Zosma Daily Motion


Zosma will be visible until July, 11, 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.

Zosma Visibility Timetable on November 19

Zosma Rise and Set Timetable

TimeElevation
Moon Rise, 2.8% illuminated03:2959°
Zosma transit05:3073°
Zosma set12:35
Moon Set13:47-12°
Astrosession begin16:25-30°
Zosma rise22:21
Astrosession end03:2058°
Civil sunrise04:2368°
Sunrise04:5372°

Track Zosma Position Throughout the Night

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Elevation (degrees)
Time
Altitude
Azimuth
Shift the map to change the time and observe Zosma changing position in the night sky.

Where is Zosma right now?

Zosma is located in the constellation Leo, at right ascension 11h 14m 06s" and declination 20° 31' 25s. Although it is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 33 degrees, Zosma is not visible because it is daytime.

Finder Chart for Zosma

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Object nameZosma
Field of view
Limiting magnitude
Zosma coordinates11.235138000000001, 20.523717
Center coordinates11.235138000000001, 20.523717

Zosma Passage Through Night

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Current position of Zosma

Time09:42
Latitude37.3541
Longitude-121.955
Zosma elevation33°
Zosma Azimuth88°
Here you can see the current position of the Zosma on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool allows you to track the Zosma's movement throughout the night, providing you with accurate and up-to-date information.

Annual motion of Zosma

Time
DateWed, 19 November 2025
Twighlight start16:21
Twighlight end03:14
Twighlight duration11h 53m
Rise22:21
Set12:31
Elevation at transit73°
Transit time05:26
Equatorial coordinatesRA: 11h 14m 06s", Dec: 20° 31' 25s
Magnitude3
ConstellationLeo
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of a Zosma, 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 Zosma 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.

Astrometric & Physical Parameters of Zosma

Coordinates & Visibility

Right Ascension11.235138000000001°
Declination20.523717°
Magnitude2.56
ConstellationLeo
Elevation33.2°
Azimuth88.4°