HYG 118557

HYG 118557 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.

HYG 118557 lies approximately 29.0 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 29 years ago.

At an apparent magnitude of +11.88, HYG 118557 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.220.

Physical Properties

Color Index (B−V) 0.220

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +11.88
Absolute Magnitude 12.13
Distance 29.0 ly

Position

Right Ascension 8h 41.55m
Declination -32° 56.50′

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is HYG 118557 from Earth?
HYG 118557 is approximately 29.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118557 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.88, HYG 118557 is not visible to the naked eye.