About NGC 6333 (M9)

NGC 6333 is a rewarding deep-sky target and appears as a soft glow. 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 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