Спутник Андромеды
elliptical galaxy · Andromeda · 8.0ᵐ
Andromeda’s second dwarf companion — an elongated hazy patch beside the main galaxy.
Notable facts
About 1/1 the apparent diameter of the Moon.
In brief
Which constellation is Спутник Андромеды in?
Спутник Андромеды lies in Andromeda.
Is Спутник Андромеды visible to the naked eye?
8.0ᵐ — visible with binoculars.
When is the best time to observe Спутник Андромеды?
Best observed in September.
Data
- RA / Dec (J2000)
- 0h 40m · +41° 41′
- Type
- elliptical galaxy
- Constellation
- Andromeda
- How to observe
- 8.0ᵐ — visible with binoculars
- Angular size
- 22×11′
- Designation
- M110 · NGC 205
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° | 72° · never sets | — |
| +55° | 77° · never sets | — |
| +45° | 87° | 20° |
| +30° | 78° | 40° |
| 0° | 48° | 48° |
| −35° | 13° | 36° |
Geometric altitude at upper culmination, atmospheric refraction not included. Positive latitudes are in the northern hemisphere.
Culmination time by month
| Month | Culmination |
|---|---|
| January | 16:55 |
| February | 14:48 |
| March | 13:02 |
| April | 11:09 |
| May | 09:15 |
| June | 07:08 |
| July | 05:05 |
| August | 03:04 |
| September | 01:10 |
| October | 23:22 |
| November | 21:21 |
| December | 19:12 |
Upper culmination in local solar time — no time-zone or daylight-saving correction applied.