π Cephei (pi Cephei)
π Cephei is a multiple giant star of spectral class G2 in the constellation of Cepheus.
π Cephei visual magnitude is 4.41. Because of its moderate brightness, π Cephei 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
J2000
Galactic Coordinates
Finder Chart

Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where π Cephei is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.

Star System Properties
π Cephei is a visual double star which can be observed with the help of large telescopes. The table below shows key information about the π Cephei double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
π Cephei is distant 219.82 light years from the Sun and it is moving towards the Sun at the speed of 19 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
π Cephei (pi Cephei) is circumpolar and transits at 07:27 UTC (altitude: 66.0°)