HYG 118356
HYG 118356 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118356 lies approximately 45.3 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 45 years ago.
HYG 118356 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.39, HYG 118356 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 +1.530.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.530 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +11.39 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 10.68 |
| Distance | 45.3 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 5h 10.36m |
| Declination | 48° 50.62′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118356?
HYG 118356 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118356 from Earth?
HYG 118356 is approximately 45.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118356 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.39, HYG 118356 is not visible to the naked eye.