M35
open cluster · Gemini · 5.1ᵐ
A large open cluster the size of a full Moon. The more distant, compact cluster NGC 2158 shares the same field of view.
Notable facts
About the same apparent size as the full Moon.
In brief
Which constellation is M35 in?
M35 lies in Gemini.
Is M35 visible to the naked eye?
5.1ᵐ — visible to the naked eye (under dark skies).
When is the best time to observe M35?
Best observed in December.
Data
- RA / Dec (J2000)
- 6h 09m · +24° 20′
- Type
- open cluster
- Constellation
- Gemini
- How to observe
- 5.1ᵐ — visible to the naked eye (under dark skies)
- Angular size
- 28′
- Designation
- M35 · NGC 2168
Observing tip
Best in binoculars or a telescope at low power, so the whole cluster fits in the field of view.
Altitude above the horizon by latitude
| Latitude | Maximum altitude | Rise azimuth |
|---|---|---|
| +60° | 54° | 35° |
| +55° | 59° | 44° |
| +45° | 69° | 54° |
| +30° | 84° | 62° |
| 0° | 66° | 66° |
| −35° | 31° | 60° |
Geometric altitude at upper culmination, atmospheric refraction not included. Positive latitudes are in the northern hemisphere.
Culmination time by month
| Month | Culmination |
|---|---|
| January | 22:23 |
| February | 20:16 |
| March | 18:31 |
| April | 16:37 |
| May | 14:43 |
| June | 12:37 |
| July | 10:33 |
| August | 08:32 |
| September | 06:39 |
| October | 04:50 |
| November | 02:50 |
| December | 00:41 |
Upper culmination in local solar time — no time-zone or daylight-saving correction applied.