About NGC 6254 (M10)

NGC 6254 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.

Observing conditions matter, fine detail requires darker skies.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

What to expect

With larger apertures, more structure becomes visible.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Ophiucus

Distance

14400 ly

Size

12.2'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

6.6