λ Andromedae (lambda Andromedae)
λ Andromedae is a variable and multiple giant star of spectral class G8 in the constellation of Andromeda.
λ Andromedae visual magnitude is 3.82. Because of its moderate brightness, λ Andromedae 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 λ Andromedae is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
λ Andromedae is a visual double star which can be observed only with the help of very large telescopes. The table below shows key information about the λ Andromedae double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
λ Andromedae is distant 84.15 light years from the Sun and it is moving far from the Sun at the speed of 7 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
λ Andromedae (lambda Andromedae) is circumpolar and transits at 04:48 UTC (altitude: 85.1°)