49 Aur

49 Aur

49 Aur is a A-type (White) star. It carries the designation 49 Aur.

Located approximately 369.8 light-years from Earth, 49 Aur resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.26, 49 Aur 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.008.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.008

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.26
Absolute Magnitude -0.01
Distance 370 ly

Position

Right Ascension 6h 35.20m
Declination 28° 1.34′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 49 Aur?
49 Aur is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 49 Aur from Earth?
49 Aur is approximately 369.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 49 Aur with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.26, 49 Aur is visible to the naked eye.