1. Locations

61 Cygni

61 Cygni /ˈsɪɡni/ is a binary star system in the constellation Cygnus, consisting of a pair of K-type dwarf stars that orbit each other in a period of about 659 years. Of apparent magnitude 5.20 and 6.05, respectively, they can be seen with binoculars in city skies or with the naked eye in rural areas without photopollution.


61 Cygni A
Right ascension21h 06m 53.940s[1]
Declination+38° 44′ 57.90″[1]
Apparent magnitude (V)5.21[1]
61 Cygni B
Right ascension21h 06m 55.31s[2]
Declination+38° 44′ 31.4″[1]
Apparent magnitude (V)

6.05[2]

11.404 ± 0.001 ly

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