104 Her

104 Her

104 Her is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 104 Her.

Located approximately 544.5 light-years from Earth, 104 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

104 Her is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.96, 104 Her sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.643.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class M Class M — M-type (Red)
Color Index (B−V) 1.643

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.96
Absolute Magnitude -1.15
Distance 544 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Right Ascension 18h 11.90m
Declination 31° 24.32′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 104 Her?
104 Her is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 104 Her from Earth?
104 Her is approximately 544.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 104 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.96, 104 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 104 Her in?
104 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.