Almach - γ1 Andromedae (gamma1 Andromedae)
Almach, also designated as γ1 Andromedae (gamma1 Andromedae), is a multiple bright giant star of spectral class K3 in the constellation of Andromeda.
Almach visual magnitude is 2.26. Because of its brightness, Almach is clearly visible to the naked eye when observed from locations with dark skies, and should be also quite easily visible from light polluted areas.
Celestial Coordinates
Apparent
J2000
Galactic Coordinates
Finder Chart
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where Almach is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
Almach is a visual double star which can be observed with the help of small or medium telescopes. The table below shows key information about the Almach double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
Almach is distant 354.73 light years from the Sun and it is moving towards the Sun at the speed of 12 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
Almach - γ1 Andromedae (gamma1 Andromedae) is circumpolar and transits at 10:00 UTC (altitude: 81.0°)