About NGC 6626 (M28)

NGC 6626 is frequently observed by amateur astronomers and is visible as a compact luminous region. 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

At higher magnification, subtle detail can be detected.

It appears more compact than typical clusters.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Sagittarius

Distance

17900 ly

Size

15.0'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

6.8