# M 88 (NGC 4501)

M 88 (NGC 4501) is a galaxy in the constellation Coma Berenices, magnitude 9.6, 8.7′ × 4.4′ across.

A multi-arm spiral in the Virgo Cluster, tilted so that it shows an elongated oval with a bright core.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around May, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in March). It can be seen from everywhere north of 76°S and never sets north of 76°N.

At its highest it stands 54° up from 50°N, 69° up from 35°N, 76° up from the equator, 41° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Coma Berenices
- Designations: NGC 4501
- Magnitude: 9.6
- Apparent size: 8.7′ × 4.4′
- Position: RA 12h 32.0m, Dec +14° 25′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when M 88 (NGC 4501) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/M88