The Kepler-302 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-302 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,575 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-302
Kepler-302: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-302
- Surface temperature
- 5,740 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.22 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-302: 0.906–2.136 AU (conservative: 1.147–2.025 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
See the full interactive habitable-zone view in the Exoplanet Explorer app ›
All 2 Planets in the Kepler-302 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-302 b | Neptune-like | 30 d | 4.06 R⊕ | 0.21 | 2014 |
| Kepler-302 c | Cold Gas Giant | 127 d | 12.45 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-302 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-302 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-302 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-302
How many planets does Kepler-302 have?
Kepler-302 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-302 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-302 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-302?
Kepler-302 is about 4,575 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.