Rising and Setting directions
of the zodiac constellations and Ophiuchus (click
on the thumbnail for the full-size table, 70 KB) As
well as the zodiac constellations, the rising and setting directions in this table also apply
to the Sun, Moon and planets
at
the specific times when they pass through each constellation. For
example, at latitude 50º
North, Gemini
rises in the North-east
and sets in the North-west;
the Sun, Moon and planets will also rise/set in these directions whenever
they pass through Gemini.
Directions are given using the standard 16-sector division of the compass, where
each sector spans 22º.5 of the horizon (Zodiac signs from ).
If you are unsure of your latitude, visit the Heavens Above website; select your country and enter the name of your nearest town or city in the search box.
Copyright Martin J Powell November 2005