The Ring Nebula (M57) is already up in the sky during June nights , and one source says it rises swiftly in the east and is high enough by mid-month to culminate overhead. Another sky guide says July is also a good month to spot it, especially around the July 14 new moon when the sky is darker.

What that means

  • June: visible in the evening and through the night, rising in the east.
  • July: still observable, with darker skies making it easier to see.
  • Best practical window: after twilight on clear, dark nights when Lyra is above your horizon.

Important caveat

Whether it is above your horizon right now depends on your exact location and time. The sources I found give month-by-month visibility, but not a precise local rise time for your spot.

Quick answer

If you mean the current season , the Ring Nebula is above the horizon during June and July evenings for many observers, and July’s new moon is especially favorable for viewing.

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