I'm looking at lists of objects and their RA/Dec coordinates. Realistically, how far north can I see from my SA location, not going lower than say 15°?
As a general rule, take your latitude, subtract it from 90, and then subtract your 15 degree horizon limit. So in Adelaide (lat 34S) you'll get a pretty clear look at everything up to about DEC +40.
As a general rule, take your latitude, subtract it from 90, and then subtract your 15 degree horizon limit. So in Adelaide (lat 34S) you'll get a pretty clear look at everything up to about DEC +40.
If you download and install Stellarium you'll be able to view interactively your skies any time of the year from your location once you have entered your latitude and longitude. It's very realistic and a great visual aid.
If you download and install Stellarium you'll be able to view interactively your skies any time of the year from your location once you have entered your latitude and longitude. It's very realistic and a great visual aid.
I use stellarium, but I have a couple of PDF's of Messier and NGC objects and I just wanted a quick way of eliminating objects out of my viewing range.
