HYG 118248
HYG 118248 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118248 lies approximately 49.4 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 49 years ago.
HYG 118248 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +14.70, HYG 118248 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +14.70 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 13.80 |
| Distance | 49.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 3h 43.38m |
| Declination | -9° 33.82′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118248?
HYG 118248 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118248 from Earth?
HYG 118248 is approximately 49.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118248 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.70, HYG 118248 is not visible to the naked eye.