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M45

Pleiades

Open Cluster Tau

Current Visibility

Altitude

-6.1°

Azimuth

51.2°

Below horizon - not visible
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Physical Properties

Object Type: Open Cluster
Magnitude (V): 1.2
Magnitude (B): nan
B-V Color (mag): nan

Coordinates

Right Ascension: 03h47m28.6s
Declination: +24°06′19.0″
Constellation: Tau

Rise/Set Times

Rise Time

07:15

Transit Time

14:43

Set Time

22:11

Observing Recommendations

Equipment Needed:
Difficulty: Very Difficult
Magnification: Low (25-75x)

Observing Tips:

  • Large telescope (8+ inches) recommended
  • Use low to moderate magnification
  • Look for color differences among stars
  • Wait for better sky conditions or higher altitude

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