9.86
Apparent Mag12.36
Distance (ly)M3.5V
Spectral Type3,382
Temperature (K)Luyten's Star is a nearby red dwarf named after astronomer Willem Luyten. It hosts at least two confirmed exoplanets.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude9.86
Absolute Magnitude11.97
Distance12.36 light-years
Spectral TypeM3.5V
Temperature3,382 K
Luminosity0.009 L☉
Radius0.293 R☉
Mass0.26 M☉
Right Ascension07h 27m 24.5s
Declination+05° 13′ 32.8″
ConstellationCanis Minor
Notable Facts
- Luyten's Star hosts two confirmed exoplanets
- Luyten b orbits in the habitable zone
- The star is only 12.36 light-years away