The Spindle (NGC2686)
From Fairfield , the Spindle will become visible at around 20:48 (EDT), 76° above your north-western horizon, as dusk fades to darkness. It will then sink towards the horizon, becoming tricky to observe after 02:47 when it dips 21° above your north-western horizon.
Name
The Spindle (NGC2686)
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Object type
Galaxy
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Right ascension: | 08h55m [1] |
Declination: | +49°08' [1] |
Constellation: | Ursa Major |
Magnitude: | 17.12 (V) [1] 16.66 (B) [1] 11.95 (J) [1] 10.98 (H) [1] 11.03 (K) [1] |
Hubble type: | E |
B-V Color (mag): | -1.52 |
All times shown in Fairfield local time.