The Lagoon Nebula is a diffuse nebula in the constellation Sagittarius, located about 5,200 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 90.0' x 40.0' and a magnitude of 6, it is best observed during summer.

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

Type

Diffuse Nebula

Constellation

Sagittarius

Distance

5200 ly

Size

90.0' x 40.0'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

6