HYG 118293

HYG 118293 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.

HYG 118293 lies approximately 26.5 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 26 years ago.

At an apparent magnitude of +14.36, HYG 118293 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 white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.520.

Physical Properties

Color Index (B−V) 0.520

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +14.36
Absolute Magnitude 14.81
Distance 26.5 ly

Position

Right Ascension 4h 21.01m
Declination -48° 39.47′

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is HYG 118293 from Earth?
HYG 118293 is approximately 26.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118293 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.36, HYG 118293 is not visible to the naked eye.