About NGC 2867 (C90)

NGC 2867 stands out as a well-known observing object and appears as a soft glow. It is quite faint.

Current visibility

Right now it is at about 31° altitude and reaches 32° around 05:46 PM.

It stays above 30° for roughly 2 hours.

Nebulae benefit from filters, contrast improves away from light pollution.

Observing tips

It requires patience and good conditions.

Type

Planetary Nebula

Constellation

Carina

Distance

5500 ly

Size

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Very Hard

Magnitude

9.7