The Omega Nebula is a diffuse nebula in the constellation Sagittarius, located about 5,000 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 45.0' x 35.0' and a magnitude of 7, it is best observed during summer.

Under dark skies, this object is considered Easy to observe with small amateur telescopes.

Type

Diffuse Nebula

Constellation

Sagittarius

Distance

5000 ly

Size

45.0' x 35.0'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

7