# NGC 6031

NGC 6031 is an open cluster in the constellation Norma, magnitude 8.5, 4.8′ across.

An 8.5-magnitude open cluster in Norma, about 4.8′ across.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around June, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in May). It can be seen from everywhere south of 36°N and never sets south of 36°S.

At its highest it stands below the horizon from 50°N, 1° up from 35°N, 36° up from the equator, 71° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Open cluster
- Constellation: Norma
- Designations: NGC 6031
- Magnitude: 8.5
- Apparent size: 4.8′
- Position: RA 16h 7.6m, Dec −54° 1′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when NGC 6031 is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC6031