About Helix Nebula (C63)

Helix Nebula stands out as a well-known observing object and shows up as a faint patch of light. It has moderate brightness.

Current visibility

It is currently below the horizon.

It stays above 30° for roughly 8 hours.

Nebulae benefit from filters, subtle features are easily lost in bright skies.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

What to expect

It is more subtle than brighter Dso objects.

Type

Planetary Nebula

Constellation

Aquarius

Distance

655 ly

Size

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Hard

Magnitude

7.3