The Kepler-363 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-363 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,487 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-363
Kepler-363: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-363
- Surface temperature
- 5,593 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.49 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-363: 1.056–2.500 AU (conservative: 1.337–2.371 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-363 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-363 b | Terrestrial | 3.6 d | 1.16 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-363 c | Super Earth | 7.5 d | 1.69 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-363 d | Mini Neptune | 12 d | 2.05 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-363 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-363 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-363 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-363 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-363
How many planets does Kepler-363 have?
Kepler-363 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-363 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-363 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-363?
Kepler-363 is about 2,487 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.