# NGC 4214 (NGC 4228)

NGC 4214 (NGC 4228) is a galaxy in the constellation Canes Venatici, magnitude 9.8, 6.8′ × 5.3′ across.

A 9.8-magnitude irregular galaxy (I) in Canes Venatici, about 6.8′ × 5.3′.

## 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 54°S and never sets north of 54°N.

At its highest it stands 76° up from 50°N, 89° up from 35°N, 54° up from the equator, 19° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Canes Venatici
- Designations: NGC 4228
- Magnitude: 9.8
- Apparent size: 6.8′ × 5.3′
- Position: RA 12h 15.7m, Dec +36° 20′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when NGC 4214 (NGC 4228) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC4214