ξ Pavonis (xi Pavonis)
ξ Pavonis is a variable and multiple giant star of spectral class K4 in the constellation of Pavo.
ξ Pavonis visual magnitude is 4.36. Because of its moderate brightness, ξ Pavonis 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 ξ Pavonis (xi Pavonis).
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
The red dot in the diagram below shows where ξ Pavonis is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Star System Properties
ξ Pavonis 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 ξ Pavonis double sysyem:
Distance, Radial Speed, Proper Motion
ξ Pavonis is distant 420.10 light years from the Sun and it is moving far from the Sun at the speed of 12 kilometers per second.
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
ξ Pavonis (xi Pavonis) is currently not visible from Greenwich, UK