26 Dra

26 Dra

26 Dra is a G-type (Yellow) star. It carries the designation 26 Dra.

26 Dra lies approximately 46.3 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 46 years ago.

26 Dra is classified as a spectral class G star (G-type (Yellow)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.23, 26 Dra 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.602.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class G — G-type (Yellow)
Color Index (B−V) 0.602

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.23
Absolute Magnitude 4.47
Distance 46.3 ly

Position

Right Ascension 17h 34.99m
Declination 61° 52.47′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 26 Dra?
26 Dra is a Class G — G-type (Yellow) star.
How far is 26 Dra from Earth?
26 Dra is approximately 46.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 26 Dra with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.23, 26 Dra is visible to the naked eye.