The Kepler-137 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-137 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 988 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-137
Kepler-137: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-137
- Surface temperature
- 5,187 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-137: 0.502–1.204 AU (conservative: 0.635–1.141 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-137 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-137 b | Super Earth | 8.4 d | 1.47 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-137 c | Super Earth | 19 d | 1.88 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-137 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-137 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-137 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-137
How many planets does Kepler-137 have?
Kepler-137 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-137 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-137 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-137?
Kepler-137 is about 988 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.