σ Lupi (sigma Lupi)
σ Lupi is a giant star of spectral class B2 in the constellation of Lupus.
σ Lupi visual magnitude is 4.42. Because of its moderate brightness, σ Lupi 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
Simplified finder chart for σ Lupi (sigma Lupi).
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where σ Lupi is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
σ Lupi is distant 573.94 light years from the Sun and it is moving towards the Sun at the speed of 2 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
σ Lupi (sigma Lupi) is currently not visible from Greenwich, UK