The Kepler-149 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-149 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,863 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-149
Kepler-149: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-149
- Surface temperature
- 5,381 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.95 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-149: 0.635–1.513 AU (conservative: 0.804–1.435 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-149 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-149 b | Neptune-like | 29 d | 4.21 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2014 |
| Kepler-149 c | Super Earth | 55 d | 1.61 R⊕ | 0.40 | 2014 |
| Kepler-149 d | Sub Neptune | 160 d | 3.96 R⊕ | 0.49 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-149 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-149 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-149 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-149 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-149
How many planets does Kepler-149 have?
Kepler-149 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-149 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-149 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-149?
Kepler-149 is about 1,863 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.