The NGC 2287 is a open cluster in the constellation Canis Major, located about 2,300 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 30.0' and a magnitude of 4.6, it is best observed during winter.

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

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Canis Major

Distance

2300 ly

Size

30.0'

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

4.6