When is the best time to observe Psi Ursae Majoris?

Psi Ursae Majoris is best observed from February through April, with peak visibility during March when it transits around midnight in the Northern Hemisphere.

Where is Psi Ursae Majoris located in the sky?

Psi Ursae Majoris lies in the constellation Osa Mayor at right ascension 11h 10m and declination +44° 30′.

What telescope do I need to see Psi Ursae Majoris?

At magnitude 3.0, Psi Ursae Majoris is visible to the naked eye from dark skies, easy in any binoculars.

Psi Ursae Majoris — Estrella en Osa Mayor

Magnitud 3.0^m Star Osa Mayor (UMa) Visible

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Descripción

Psi Ursae Majoris is an gigante naranja of tipo espectral K1III at magnitude 3.01 en la Osa Mayor. It has a temperatura superficial of about 4,600 K and a warm orange hue. It lies in the body of the Great Bear, south of the more prominent Carro Mayor asterism.

Consejos de Observación

Psi UMa is located in the hindquarter of the Great Bear, south of the Dipper's bowl stars. It is visible year-round from mid-latitudes boreales as part of the circumpolar constellation Ursa Major. Its orange color is apparent in prismaticos. Best placed in the cielo nocturno from February through July.

Historia

Psi Ursae Majoris has no traditional proper name. It lies in the body of the Bear, part of the extended figure that is much larger than the familiar Carro Mayor asterism. Ursa Major is one of the oldest recognized constellations, known to cultures around the world under various guises — a bear, a plough, a wagon, or a ladle.

Datos Curiosos

Many people are surprised to learn that Ursa Major extends far beyond the Carro Mayor — the Dipper forms only the Bear's back and tail, while many additional stars outline its head, legs, and feet. Psi UMa is one of these 'body' stars that most casual observers never notice.