Matar - η Pegasi (eta Pegasi)
Matar, also designated as η Pegasi (eta Pegasi), is a variable and multiple bright giant star of spectral class G2 in the constellation of Pegasus.
Matar visual magnitude is 2.94. Because of its brightness, Matar 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
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Galactic Coordinates
Finder Chart
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where Matar is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
Matar 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 Matar double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
Matar is distant 214.76 light years from the Sun and it is moving far from the Sun at the speed of 4 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
Today's Matar - η Pegasi (eta Pegasi) rise, transit and set times from Greenwich, UK are the following (all times relative to the local timezone Europe/London):