2.94
Apparent Mag520
Distance (ly)G2Ib
Spectral Type5,600
Temperature (K)Sadalmelik is the brightest star in Aquarius, a yellow supergiant. Its name means lucky star of the king.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude2.94
Absolute Magnitude-3.88
Distance520 light-years
Spectral TypeG2Ib
Temperature5,600 K
Luminosity3,000 L☉
Radius77 R☉
Mass6.5 M☉
Right Ascension22h 05m 47.0s
Declination-00° 19′ 11.5″
ConstellationAquarius
Notable Facts
- Its name means lucky star of the king in Arabic
- It is a rare bright G-type supergiant
- Sadalmelik is located near the celestial equator