# NGC 6684

NGC 6684 is a galaxy in the constellation Pavo, magnitude 10.5, 4.2′ × 3.0′ across.

A 10.5-magnitude lenticular galaxy (S0) in Pavo, about 4.2′ × 3′.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around August, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in July). It can be seen from everywhere south of 25°N and never sets south of 25°S.

At its highest it stands below the horizon from 50°N, below the horizon from 35°N, 25° up from the equator, 60° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Pavo
- Designations: NGC 6684
- Magnitude: 10.5
- Apparent size: 4.2′ × 3.0′
- Position: RA 18h 49.0m, Dec −65° 10′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when NGC 6684 is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC6684