Sadr - γ Cygni (gamma Cygni)
Sadr, also designated as γ Cygni (gamma Cygni), is a variable and multiple supergiant star of spectral class F8 in the constellation of Cygnus.
Sadr visual magnitude is 2.2, making it the 63th brightest star in the sky. Because of its brightness, Sadr 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
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Finder chart for Sadr - γ Cygni (gamma Cygni).
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class

The red dot in the diagram below shows where Sadr is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.

Star System Properties
Sadr 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 Sadr double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
Sadr is distant 1,523.36 light years from the Sun and it is moving towards the Sun at the speed of 8 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
Sadr - γ Cygni (gamma Cygni) is circumpolar and transits at 10:32 UTC (altitude: 78.9°)