Globular cluster · 8 August 2026

M92

M92 was smaller than M13 but still clear, resolving into individual stars all the way to the core.

Observation notes

M92 appeared considerably smaller than its more famous neighbour M13, but it was still a fine and clearly visible globular cluster. The cluster resolved into individual stars all the way to the core. The surrounding star field framed the cluster in a very pleasing way.

Visual documentation

No visual documentation is linked to this observation.

Object location in the sky

Star chart centred on M92 in the constellation HerculesShow object on the star chart →
Visible above the southern horizon around midnight in June.M92 is marked in Hercules. The chart shows the object's position together with constellation lines for orientation. Star and object positions are given for J2000.0.

Sources for object data

The object data are rounded and based on the following sources:

Published 9 August 2026 · Last revised 30 August 2026 ·
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