15 Hya

15 Hya

15 Hya is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 15 Hya.

Located approximately 446.2 light-years from Earth, 15 Hya resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

15 Hya is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.55, 15 Hya 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.150.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.150

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.55
Absolute Magnitude -0.13
Distance 446 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 51.57m
Declination -7° 10.63′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 15 Hya?
15 Hya is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 15 Hya from Earth?
15 Hya is approximately 446.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 15 Hya with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.55, 15 Hya is visible to the naked eye.