Algedi Position and Visibility Tonight
Where is Algedi right now?
Algedi is located in the constellation Capricornus. It is currently above the horizon at an altitude of 40° toward the south, with an apparent magnitude of 3.58.
Twilight begins at 19:04 local time. At that moment, Algedi will be 40° above the horizon toward the south.
Twilight begins at 19:04 local time. At that moment, Algedi will be 40° above the horizon toward the south.
Algedi visibility on 2026-10-03
Algedi Visible from sunset until before midnight
Algedi rise and set timetable
| Time | Elevation | |
| Algedi rise | 13:18 | |
| Sunset | 16:47 | 34° |
| Civil sunset | 17:15 | 36° |
| Twilight start (−12°) | 17:45 | 39° |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 18:15 | 40° |
| Algedi transit | 18:38 | 40° |
Moonrise, 56.5% illuminated  | 21:14 | 28° |
| Algedi set | 23:58 | |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 03:38 | -43° |
| Moonset | 12:53 | -4° |
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Algedi Passage Through Night
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Current position of Algedi
| Time | 19:04 |
| Latitude | 37.3541 |
| Longitude | -121.955 |
| Elevation | 40° |
| Azimuth | 188° |
Here you can see the current position of Algedi on the map, as well as its positions for rise and set. This tool lets you track its movement throughout the night with accurate, up-to-date information.
When Is Algedi Visible Throughout the Year?
Algedi will remain visible until December 6, when it moves too close to the Sun and temporarily disappears from the night sky.
| Date | Sun, 4 October 2026 |
| Astronomical observing session begins | 18:13 |
| Astronomical observing session ends | 03:36 |
| Astronomical observing duration | 9h 23m |
| Rise | 13:14 |
| Set | 23:54 |
| Elevation at transit | 40° |
| Transit time | 18:34 |
| Equatorial coordinates | RA: 20h 18m 03s", Dec: -12° 32' 41s |
| Magnitude | 4 |
| Constellation | Capricornus |
The graph illustrates the annual visibility pattern of Algedi, including its daily appearances and transit times. The vertical axis shows the hours of the day and the horizontal axis spans the year. The reddish area marks when the object is above the horizon, while the white line marks its daily transit.
You can also see when Algedi is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
You can also see when Algedi is visible throughout the year in a table with exact rise, transit, and set times for each date.
Astrometric and Physical Parameters of Algedi
Coordinates and Visibility
| Right Ascension | 20h 18m 03s |
| Declination | -12° 32′ 41″ |
| Magnitude | 3.58 |
| Constellation | Capricornus |
| Elevation | 39.7° |
| Azimuth | 188.2° |
| Spectral type | G6/G8III |