HYG 118696
HYG 118696 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.
HYG 118696 lies approximately 44.7 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 44 years ago.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.60, HYG 118696 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 +1.600.
Physical Properties
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.600 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.60 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 11.92 |
| Distance | 44.7 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 10h 36.03m |
| Declination | 5° 7.25′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is HYG 118696 from Earth?
HYG 118696 is approximately 44.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118696 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.60, HYG 118696 is not visible to the naked eye.