About NGC 6093 (M80)

NGC 6093 is frequently observed by amateur astronomers and shows up as a faint patch of light. It has moderate brightness.

Current visibility

It is currently below the horizon.

It stays above 30° for roughly 8 hours.

Observing conditions matter, contrast improves away from light pollution.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

What to expect

It appears more compact than typical clusters.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Scorpius

Distance

27400 ly

Size

5.1'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

7.3