Aquarius


Aquarius is a sprawling but inconspicuous constellation on the ecliptic, located south of Pegasus. Only two of its stars shine brighter than the 3rd magnitude.

Aquarius
Latin name Aquarius
Latin genitive Aquarii
Abbreviation Aqr
Brightest star Sadalsuud (β Aquarii)
Fully visible 65° N to 87° S
Observation time for Central Europe (June) August – November (January)
The constellation Aquarius. Chart: International Astronomical Union in collaboration with the magazine Sky & Telescope