HYG 118264
HYG 118264 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118264 lies approximately 47.8 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 47 years ago.
HYG 118264 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +18.02, HYG 118264 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 | +18.02 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 17.19 |
| Distance | 47.8 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 3h 51.00m |
| Declination | 0° 52.66′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118264?
HYG 118264 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118264 from Earth?
HYG 118264 is approximately 47.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118264 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 18.02, HYG 118264 is not visible to the naked eye.