Barnard's Star
Star in Ophiuchus · 6 light-years
🔭 Explore Barnard's Star in the 3D map →View Barnard's Star images →| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Ophiuchus |
| Right ascension | 17h 57m 47s |
| Declination | +4° 42′ |
| Object distance | 6 light-years |
A red dwarf famous for moving across the sky faster than any other star. At under 6 light-years, it is one of our closest neighbours.
Observing Barnard's Star
Barnard's Star lies in the constellation Ophiuchus and is best placed in the evening sky around June. Its maximum altitude above the horizon depends on your latitude. Lying near the celestial equator, it can be seen from both hemispheres.
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Sources
- Position and distance from the HYG stellar database (Hipparcos · Yale Bright Star · Gliese).
- Object identity cross-referenced with SIMBAD (CDS, Strasbourg).
- Image credits and the original observation source are linked with each photograph.
Related objects
- The Sun — star
- Proxima Centauri — star
- TRAPPIST-1 — star
- Sirius — star
- Rigil Kentaurus — star