About NGC 6333 (M9)

NGC 6333 stands out as a well-known observing object 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, structure becomes clearer under good conditions.

Observing tips

It requires patience and good conditions.

What to expect

It is more subtle than brighter Dso objects.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Ophiucus

Distance

26700 ly

Size

5.5'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

7.7