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.