About NGC 6341 (M92)

NGC 6341 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 6 hours.

Observing conditions matter, fine detail requires darker skies.

Observing tips

This object is better suited for experienced observers.

Type

Globular Cluster

Constellation

Hercules

Distance

26400 ly

Size

12.2'

Season

summer

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

6.4