M105
elliptical galaxy · Leo · 9.3ᵐ
A Messier catalogue object — elliptical galaxy in Leo.
Notable facts
About 1/6 the apparent diameter of the Moon.
In brief
Which constellation is M105 in?
M105 lies in Leo.
Is M105 visible to the naked eye?
9.3ᵐ — a telescope is needed.
When is the best time to observe M105?
Best observed in March.
Data
- RA / Dec (J2000)
- 10h 48m · +12° 35′
- Type
- elliptical galaxy
- Constellation
- Leo
- How to observe
- 9.3ᵐ — a telescope is needed
- Angular size
- 5×5′
- Designation
- M105 · NGC 3379
Observing tip
It appears as a soft oval smudge without structure — do not expect spiral arms.
Altitude above the horizon by latitude
| Latitude | Maximum altitude | Rise azimuth |
|---|---|---|
| +60° | 43° | 64° |
| +55° | 48° | 68° |
| +45° | 58° | 72° |
| +30° | 73° | 75° |
| 0° | 77° | 77° |
| −35° | 42° | 75° |
Geometric altitude at upper culmination, atmospheric refraction not included. Positive latitudes are in the northern hemisphere.
Culmination time by month
| Month | Culmination |
|---|---|
| January | 03:02 |
| February | 00:55 |
| March | 23:10 |
| April | 21:16 |
| May | 19:22 |
| June | 17:16 |
| July | 15:12 |
| August | 13:11 |
| September | 11:18 |
| October | 09:29 |
| November | 07:28 |
| December | 05:20 |
Upper culmination in local solar time — no time-zone or daylight-saving correction applied.