λ Aurigae (lambda Aurigae)
λ Aurigae is a multiple sub-giant star of spectral class G1 in the constellation of Auriga.
λ Aurigae visual magnitude is 4.71. Because of its moderate brightness, λ Aurigae 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 Aurigae is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
λ Aurigae 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 λ Aurigae double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
λ Aurigae is distant 41.22 light years from the Sun and it is moving far from the Sun at the speed of 66 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
λ Aurigae (lambda Aurigae) is circumpolar and transits at 11:09 UTC (altitude: 78.6°)