The NGC 2422 is a open cluster in the constellation Puppis, located about 1,600 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 22.0' and a magnitude of 5.2, it is best observed during winter.

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

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Puppis

Distance

1600 ly

Size

22.0'

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

5.2