HYG 117955
HYG 117955 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.
HYG 117955 lies approximately 43.4 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 43 years ago.
At an apparent magnitude of +14.90, HYG 117955 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.460.
Physical Properties
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.460 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +14.90 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 14.28 |
| Distance | 43.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 0h 2.67m |
| Declination | -34° 13.61′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is HYG 117955 from Earth?
HYG 117955 is approximately 43.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117955 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.90, HYG 117955 is not visible to the naked eye.