M84
elliptical galaxy · Virgo · 9.3ᵐ
A Messier catalogue object — elliptical galaxy in Virgo.
Notable facts
About 1/4 the apparent diameter of the Moon.
In brief
Which constellation is M84 in?
M84 lies in Virgo.
Is M84 visible to the naked eye?
9.3ᵐ — a telescope is needed.
When is the best time to observe M84?
Best observed in March.
Data
- RA / Dec (J2000)
- 12h 25m · +12° 53′
- Type
- elliptical galaxy
- Constellation
- Virgo
- How to observe
- 9.3ᵐ — a telescope is needed
- Angular size
- 7×6′
- Designation
- M84 · NGC 4374
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° | 67° |
| +45° | 58° | 72° |
| +30° | 73° | 75° |
| 0° | 77° | 77° |
| −35° | 42° | 74° |
Geometric altitude at upper culmination, atmospheric refraction not included. Positive latitudes are in the northern hemisphere.
Culmination time by month
| Month | Culmination |
|---|---|
| January | 04:40 |
| February | 02:32 |
| March | 00:47 |
| April | 22:54 |
| May | 20:59 |
| June | 18:53 |
| July | 16:49 |
| August | 14:48 |
| September | 12:55 |
| October | 11:06 |
| November | 09:06 |
| December | 06:57 |
Upper culmination in local solar time — no time-zone or daylight-saving correction applied.