# M 69 (NGC 6637)

M 69 (NGC 6637) is a globular cluster in the constellation Sagittarius, magnitude 7.6, 7.1′ across.

A small, bright globular cluster near the Teapot's base in Sagittarius, 2.5° west of its near-twin M70.

## 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 58°N and never sets south of 58°S.

At its highest it stands 8° up from 50°N, 23° up from 35°N, 58° up from the equator, 87° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Globular cluster
- Constellation: Sagittarius
- Designations: NGC 6637, NGC 6634
- Magnitude: 7.6
- Apparent size: 7.1′
- Position: RA 18h 31.4m, Dec −32° 21′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when M 69 (NGC 6637) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/M69