The NGC 2323 is a open cluster in the constellation Monocerus, located about 3,000 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 16.0' x 5.5' 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

Monocerus

Distance

3000 ly

Size

16.0' x 5.5'

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

6.3