M60
elliptical galaxy · Virgo · 8.8ᵐ
A Messier catalogue object — elliptical galaxy in Virgo.
Notable facts
About 1/4 the apparent diameter of the Moon.
In brief
Which constellation is M60 in?
M60 lies in Virgo.
Is M60 visible to the naked eye?
8.8ᵐ — a telescope is needed.
When is the best time to observe M60?
Best observed in April.
Data
- RA / Dec (J2000)
- 12h 44m · +11° 33′
- Type
- elliptical galaxy
- Constellation
- Virgo
- How to observe
- 8.8ᵐ — a telescope is needed
- Angular size
- 7×6′
- Designation
- M60 · NGC 4649
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° | 42° | 66° |
| +55° | 47° | 70° |
| +45° | 57° | 74° |
| +30° | 72° | 77° |
| 0° | 78° | 78° |
| −35° | 43° | 76° |
Geometric altitude at upper culmination, atmospheric refraction not included. Positive latitudes are in the northern hemisphere.
Culmination time by month
| Month | Culmination |
|---|---|
| January | 04:58 |
| February | 02:51 |
| March | 01:06 |
| April | 23:12 |
| May | 21:18 |
| June | 19:12 |
| July | 17:08 |
| August | 15:07 |
| September | 13:14 |
| October | 11:25 |
| November | 09:24 |
| December | 07:16 |
Upper culmination in local solar time — no time-zone or daylight-saving correction applied.