# M 100 (NGC 4321)

M 100 (NGC 4321) is a galaxy in the constellation Coma Berenices, magnitude 9.3, 6.1′ × 5.6′ across.

A large, face-on grand-design spiral in the Virgo Cluster; telescopes show a round glow with a bright core, and large apertures its two main arms.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around April, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in March). It can be seen from everywhere north of 74°S and never sets north of 74°N.

At its highest it stands 56° up from 50°N, 71° up from 35°N, 74° up from the equator, 39° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Coma Berenices
- Designations: NGC 4321, Mirror Galaxy
- Magnitude: 9.3
- Apparent size: 6.1′ × 5.6′
- Position: RA 12h 22.9m, Dec +15° 49′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when M 100 (NGC 4321) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/M100