90 Her

90 Her

90 Her is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 90 Her.

Located approximately 353.8 light-years from Earth, 90 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

90 Her is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.17, 90 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.166.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.166

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.17
Absolute Magnitude -0.01
Distance 354 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Right Ascension 17h 53.30m
Declination 40° 0.48′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 90 Her?
90 Her is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 90 Her from Earth?
90 Her is approximately 353.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 90 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.17, 90 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 90 Her in?
90 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.