# NGC 5248 (C 45)

NGC 5248 (C 45) is a galaxy in the constellation Boötes, magnitude 10.0, 4.1′ × 2.4′ across.

A spiral in Boötes with a bright core and faint, broad arms.

## 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 April). It can be seen from everywhere north of 81°S and never sets north of 81°N.

At its highest it stands 49° up from 50°N, 64° up from 35°N, 81° up from the equator, 46° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Boötes
- Designations: C 45
- Magnitude: 10.0
- Apparent size: 4.1′ × 2.4′
- Position: RA 13h 37.5m, Dec +8° 53′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when NGC 5248 (C 45) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC5248