HYG 118263
HYG 118263 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.
HYG 118263 lies approximately 31.1 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 31 years ago.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.79, HYG 118263 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 +1.700.
Physical Properties
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.700 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.79 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 12.89 |
| Distance | 31.1 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 3h 50.74m |
| Declination | -6° 5.65′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is HYG 118263 from Earth?
HYG 118263 is approximately 31.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118263 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.79, HYG 118263 is not visible to the naked eye.