About NGC 4406 (M86)

NGC 4406 offers a subtle but interesting view and appears as a soft glow. It has moderate brightness.

Current visibility

Right now it is at about 50° altitude and reaches 77° around 08:48 PM.

It stays above 30° for roughly 8 hours.

Galaxies are sensitive to light pollution, contrast improves away from light pollution.

Observing tips

It requires patience and good conditions.

What to expect

With larger apertures, more structure becomes visible.

Type

Lenticular (S0) Galaxy

Constellation

Virgo

Distance

60000000 ly

Size

7.4' x 5.5'

Season

Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

8.9