About NGC 6694 (M26)

NGC 6694 is a rewarding deep-sky target 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, structure becomes clearer under good conditions.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

What to expect

Under good conditions, the object reveals more character.

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Scutum

Distance

5000 ly

Size

15.0'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

8