About NGC 6273 (M19)

NGC 6273 offers a subtle but interesting view and appears as a soft glow. It has moderate brightness.

Current visibility

It is currently below the horizon.

It stays above 30° for roughly 8 hours.

Observing conditions matter, structure becomes clearer under good conditions.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

What to expect

At higher magnification, subtle detail can be detected.

It is more subtle than brighter Dso objects.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Ophiucus

Distance

27100 ly

Size

5.3'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

6.8