γ2 Velorum (gamma2 Velorum)
γ2 Velorum is a variable and multiple supergiant star of spectral class W in the constellation of Vela.
γ2 Velorum visual magnitude is 1.78. Because of its brightness, γ2 Velorum 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 γ2 Velorum is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
γ2 Velorum is a visual double star which can be observed with binoculars or small telescopes. The table below shows key information about the γ2 Velorum double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
γ2 Velorum is distant 840.21 light years from the Sun and it is moving far from the Sun at the speed of 35 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
γ2 Velorum (gamma2 Velorum) is currently not visible from Greenwich, UK