The Kepler-244 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-244 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,381 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-244
Kepler-244: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-244
- Surface temperature
- 5,554 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.80 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-244: 0.564–1.338 AU (conservative: 0.715–1.268 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-244 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-244 b | Mini Neptune | 4.3 d | 2.76 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2014 |
| Kepler-244 c | Mini Neptune | 9.8 d | 2.05 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-244 d | Mini Neptune | 20 d | 2.31 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-244 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-244 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-244 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-244 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-244
How many planets does Kepler-244 have?
Kepler-244 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-244 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-244 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-244?
Kepler-244 is about 3,381 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.