UY Scuti
UY Scuti is a star in the constellation Scutum.
Red supergiant, one of the largest stars
Facts
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Scutum |
| Position (J2000) | 18h 27m 36s, −12° 27′ |
When and how to see it
UY Scuti is highest in the sky at midnight in June. From India (about 20° N) it climbs to about 58° above the horizon; from 50° N, to about 28°.
Heights are worked out for India and for 50° N. Set your location in Settings to see them for where you are.
For tonight's best time from your own town, the darkness and the Moon, open it on the map and see its "Tonight from your location" card.
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