Algieba - γ1 Leonis (gamma1 Leonis)
Algieba, also designated as γ1 Leonis (gamma1 Leonis), is a variable and multiple giant star in the constellation of Leo.
Algieba visual magnitude is 2.61. Thanks to its high brightness, Algieba is clearly visible when observed from locations with dark skies, and should be also quite easily visible from light polluted areas.
The proper motion of Algieba is 0.306 arcsec per year in Right Ascension and -0.147 arcsec per year in Declination and the associated displacement for the next 1000 years is represented with the red arrow.
Key facts about Algieba
Algieba - γ1 Leonis (gamma1 Leonis) is above the horizon from Greenwich, United Kingdom.
Altitude: 35.8°
Azimuth: 256.4°
Direction: West-South-West
Celestial coordinates and finder chart of Algieba
Algieba is situated close to the celestial equator, as such, it is at least partly visible from both hemispheres in certain times of the year. Celestial coordinates for the J2000 equinox as well as galactic coordinates of Algieba are provided in the following table:
The simplified sky map below shows the position of Algieba in the sky:
Visibility of Algieba from your location
Location: Greenwich, United Kingdom
Latitude: 51° 28’ 47” N
Longitude: 0° 00’ 00” E
Timezone: Europe/London
Today's Algieba - γ1 Leonis (gamma1 Leonis) rise, transit and set times from Greenwich, United Kingdom are the following (all times relative to the local timezone Europe/London):
Distance of Algieba from the Sun and relative movement
Algieba is distant 125.58 light years from the Sun and it is moving towards the Sun at the speed of 37 kilometers per second.
Spectral properties of Algieba
Algieba belongs to spectral class K1 and has a luminosity class of III corresponding to a giant star.
The red dot in the diagram below shows where Algieba is situated in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram.
Algieba star system properties
Algieba 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 Algieba double sysyem: