ζ Orionis (zeta Orionis)
ζ Orionis is a variable and multiple hypergiant star of spectral class B0 in the constellation of Orion.
ζ Orionis visual magnitude is 4.21. Because of its moderate brightness, ζ Orionis 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.
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Galactic Coordinates
Finder Chart
Magnitude, Color, Spectral Class
Star System Properties
ζ Orionis is a visual double star which can be observed with the help of medium or large telescopes. The table below shows key information about the ζ Orionis double sysyem:
Alternative Designations
Visibility from Your Location
Today's ζ Orionis (zeta Orionis) rise, transit and set times from Ouro Preto, Brazil are the following (all times relative to the local timezone America/Sao_Paulo):