HYG 118198

HYG 118198 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.

HYG 118198 lies approximately 33.1 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 33 years ago.

At an apparent magnitude of +14.73, HYG 118198 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 yellow-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.620.

Physical Properties

Color Index (B−V) 0.620

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +14.73
Absolute Magnitude 14.70
Distance 33.1 ly

Position

Right Ascension 3h 10.52m
Declination -68° 35.96′

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is HYG 118198 from Earth?
HYG 118198 is approximately 33.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118198 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.73, HYG 118198 is not visible to the naked eye.