Suhail - λ Velorum (lambda Velorum)
Suhail, also designated as λ Velorum (lambda Velorum), is a variable and double supergiant star of spectral class K4 in the constellation of Vela.
Suhail visual magnitude is 2.21, making it the 64th brightest star in the sky. Because of its brightness, Suhail 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
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where Suhail is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
Suhail 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 Suhail double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
Suhail is distant 572.93 light years from the Sun and it is moving far from the Sun at the speed of 18 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
Suhail - λ Velorum (lambda Velorum) is currently not visible from Greenwich, UK