About Satellite of M31 (M32)

Satellite of M31 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 7 hours.

Galaxies are sensitive to light pollution, subtle features are easily lost in bright skies.

Observing tips

It can be challenging under typical skies.

What to expect

Under good conditions, the object reveals more character.

Type

Elliptical Galaxy

Constellation

Andromeda

Distance

2900000 ly

Size

7.6' x 5.8'

Season

Autumn

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

8.1