About NGC 55 (C72)

NGC 55 offers a subtle but interesting view 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 7 hours.

Galaxies are sensitive to light pollution, subtle features are easily lost in bright skies.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

Type

Galaxy

Constellation

Sculptor

Distance

4200000 ly

Size

Season

Autumn

Difficulty

Hard

Magnitude

7.9