The Kepler-361 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-361 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,034 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-361
Kepler-361: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-361
- Surface temperature
- 6,169 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.34 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-361: 1.122–2.619 AU (conservative: 1.421–2.483 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-361 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-361 b | Super Earth | 8.5 d | 1.45 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-361 c | Mini Neptune | 55 d | 2.52 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-361 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-361 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-361 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-361
How many planets does Kepler-361 have?
Kepler-361 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-361 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-361 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-361?
Kepler-361 is about 3,034 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.