36 Her
36 Her
36 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 36 Her.
Located approximately 303.7 light-years from Earth, 36 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
36 Her is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
36 Her has an apparent magnitude of +6.92, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.136.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class A — A-type (White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.136 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.92 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 2.08 |
| Distance | 304 ly |
| Constellation | Hercules |
Position
| Right Ascension | 16h 40.59m |
| Declination | 4° 12.43′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 36 Her?
36 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 36 Her from Earth?
36 Her is approximately 303.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 36 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.92, 36 Her is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 36 Her in?
36 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.