M110
elliptical galaxy · Andromeda · 8.0ᵐ
Andromeda’s second dwarf companion — an elongated hazy patch beside the main galaxy.
Notable facts
About the same apparent size as the full Moon.
In brief
Which constellation is M110 in?
M110 lies in Andromeda.
Is M110 visible to the naked eye?
8.0ᵐ — visible with binoculars.
When is the best time to observe M110?
Best observed in September.
Data
- RA / Dec (J2000)
- 0h 40m · +41° 41′
- Type
- elliptical galaxy
- Constellation
- Andromeda
- How to observe
- 8.0ᵐ — visible with binoculars
- Angular size
- 22×11′
- Designation
- M110 · NGC 205
Observing tip
It appears as a soft oval smudge without structure — do not expect spiral arms.
Altitude above the horizon by latitude
| Latitude | Maximum altitude | Rise azimuth |
|---|---|---|
| +60° | 72° · never sets | — |
| +55° | 77° · never sets | — |
| +45° | 87° | 20° |
| +30° | 78° | 40° |
| 0° | 48° | 48° |
| −35° | 13° | 36° |
Geometric altitude at upper culmination, atmospheric refraction not included. Positive latitudes are in the northern hemisphere.
Culmination time by month
| Month | Culmination |
|---|---|
| January | 16:55 |
| February | 14:48 |
| March | 13:02 |
| April | 11:09 |
| May | 09:15 |
| June | 07:08 |
| July | 05:05 |
| August | 03:04 |
| September | 01:10 |
| October | 23:22 |
| November | 21:21 |
| December | 19:12 |
Upper culmination in local solar time — no time-zone or daylight-saving correction applied.