# NGC 488

NGC 488 is a galaxy in the constellation Pisces, magnitude 10.3, 5.0′ × 3.7′ across.

A 10.3-magnitude spiral galaxy (Sb) in Pisces, about 5.1′ × 3.7′.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around November, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in October). It can be seen from everywhere north of 85°S and never sets north of 85°N.

At its highest it stands 45° up from 50°N, 60° up from 35°N, 85° up from the equator, 50° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Pisces
- Designations: NGC 488
- Magnitude: 10.3
- Apparent size: 5.0′ × 3.7′
- Position: RA 1h 21.8m, Dec +5° 15′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when NGC 488 is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC488