The NGC 6531 is a open cluster in the constellation Sagittarius, located about 4,250 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 13.0' and a magnitude of 6.5, it is best observed during summer.

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

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Sagittarius

Distance

4250 ly

Size

13.0'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

6.5