HYG 118705

HYG 118705 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.

HYG 118705 lies approximately 42.2 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 42 years ago.

At an apparent magnitude of +16.50, HYG 118705 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +16.50
Absolute Magnitude 15.94
Distance 42.2 ly

Position

Right Ascension 10h 45.65m
Declination -19° 6.83′

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is HYG 118705 from Earth?
HYG 118705 is approximately 42.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118705 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 16.50, HYG 118705 is not visible to the naked eye.