The Kepler-359 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-359 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 4,707 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-359
Kepler-359: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-359
- Surface temperature
- 6,248 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.09 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-359: 0.926–2.159 AU (conservative: 1.173–2.047 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-359 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-359 b | Sub Neptune | 26 d | 3.53 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
| Kepler-359 c | Neptune-like | 58 d | 4.30 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-359 d | Neptune-like | 77 d | 4.01 R⊕ | 0.35 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-359 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-359 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-359 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-359 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-359
How many planets does Kepler-359 have?
Kepler-359 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-359 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-359 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-359?
Kepler-359 is about 4,707 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.