About NGC 2437 (M46)

NGC 2437 stands out as a well-known observing object and appears as a soft glow. It has moderate brightness.

Current visibility

Right now it is at about 48° altitude and reaches 75° around 07:31 PM.

It stays above 30° for roughly 8 hours.

Observing conditions matter, fine detail requires darker skies.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Puppis

Distance

5400 ly

Size

24.0'

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

6