Errai - γ Cephei (gamma Cephei)
Errai, also designated as γ Cephei (gamma Cephei), is a variable giant star of spectral class K1 in the constellation of Cepheus.
Errai visual magnitude is 3.21. Because of its moderate brightness, Errai is easily visible to the naked eye from locations with dark skies, while it might be barely visible, or not visible at all, from light-polluted skies.
Celestial Coordinates
Apparent
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Galactic Coordinates
Finder Chart
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where Errai is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
Errai is distant 44.97 light years from the Sun and it is moving towards the Sun at the speed of 42 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
Errai - γ Cephei (gamma Cephei) is circumpolar and transits at 05:05 UTC (altitude: 25.0°)