HYG 118281
HYG 118281 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.
HYG 118281 lies approximately 16.4 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 16 years ago.
HYG 118281 has an apparent magnitude of +9.52, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.030.
Physical Properties
| Color Index (B−V) | 0.030 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +9.52 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 11.01 |
| Distance | 16.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 4h 15.37m |
| Declination | -7° 39.45′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is HYG 118281 from Earth?
HYG 118281 is approximately 16.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118281 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.52, HYG 118281 is not visible to the naked eye.