About NGC 6402 (M14)

NGC 6402 stands out as a well-known observing object and presents itself as a diffuse object. It has moderate brightness.

Current visibility

It is currently below the horizon.

It stays above 30° for roughly 8 hours.

Observing conditions matter, subtle features are easily lost in bright skies.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

What to expect

It is less prominent than the brightest objects in the catalog.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Ophiucus

Distance

27400 ly

Size

6.7'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

7.6