59 Her

59 Her

59 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 59 Her.

Located approximately 322.3 light-years from Earth, 59 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.27, 59 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.028.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class A — A-type (White)
Color Index (B−V) 0.028

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.27
Absolute Magnitude 0.30
Distance 322 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Right Ascension 17h 1.61m
Declination 33° 34.10′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 59 Her?
59 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 59 Her from Earth?
59 Her is approximately 322.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 59 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.27, 59 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 59 Her in?
59 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.