M 28 (NGC 6626)
M 28 (NGC 6626) is a globular cluster in the constellation Sagittarius, magnitude 6.8, 11′ across.
A fairly compact globular cluster about 1° northwest of Lambda Sagittarii (Kaus Borealis), the star at the top of the Teapot's lid.
When and where to see it
It is best placed in the evening sky around July, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in June). It can be seen from everywhere south of 65°N and never sets south of 65°S.
At its highest it stands 15° up from 50°N, 30° up from 35°N, 65° up from the equator, 80° up from 35°S.
Facts
- Type
- Globular cluster
- Constellation
- Sagittarius
- Designations
- NGC 6626
- Magnitude
- 6.8
- Apparent size
- 11′
- Position
- RA 18h 24.5m, Dec −24° 52′ (J2000)
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