The Kepler-358 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-358 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,591 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-358
Kepler-358: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-358
- Surface temperature
- 5,908 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.95 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-358: 0.743–1.744 AU (conservative: 0.941–1.653 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-358 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-358 b | Mini Neptune | 34 d | 2.72 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-358 c | Mini Neptune | 83 d | 2.85 R⊕ | 0.42 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-358 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-358 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-358 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-358
How many planets does Kepler-358 have?
Kepler-358 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-358 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-358 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-358?
Kepler-358 is about 3,591 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.