The Kepler-269 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-269 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 7,362 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-269
Kepler-269: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-269
- Surface temperature
- 5,847 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.96 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-269: 0.734–1.726 AU (conservative: 0.930–1.636 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-269 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-269 b | Mini Neptune | 5.3 d | 2.47 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2014 |
| Kepler-269 c | Super Earth | 8.1 d | 1.69 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-269 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-269 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-269 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-269
How many planets does Kepler-269 have?
Kepler-269 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-269 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-269 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-269?
Kepler-269 is about 7,362 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.