HYG 118549
HYG 118549 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118549 lies approximately 49.4 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 49 years ago.
HYG 118549 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.73, HYG 118549 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 +1.620.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.620 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.73 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 11.83 |
| Distance | 49.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 8h 34.44m |
| Declination | -1° 8.63′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118549?
HYG 118549 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118549 from Earth?
HYG 118549 is approximately 49.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118549 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.73, HYG 118549 is not visible to the naked eye.