HIP 10617

HIP 10617 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.

HIP 10617 lies approximately 46.7 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.

At an apparent magnitude of +12.02, HIP 10617 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.583.

Physical Properties

Color Index (B−V) 1.583

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +12.02
Absolute Magnitude 11.24
Distance 46.7 ly

Position

Right Ascension 2h 16.69m
Declination -30° 59.30′

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is HIP 10617 from Earth?
HIP 10617 is approximately 46.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 10617 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.02, HIP 10617 is not visible to the naked eye.