The NGC 1960 is a open cluster in the constellation Auriga, located about 4,100 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 12.0' and a magnitude of 6.3, it is best observed during winter.

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

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Auriga

Distance

4100 ly

Size

12.0'

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

6.3