The Kepler-371 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-371 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,652 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-371
Kepler-371: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-371
- Surface temperature
- 5,666 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.99 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-371: 0.721–1.703 AU (conservative: 0.913–1.615 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-371 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-371 b | Super Earth | 35 d | 1.89 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-371 c | Super Earth | 68 d | 1.78 R⊕ | 0.34 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-371 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-371 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-371 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-371
How many planets does Kepler-371 have?
Kepler-371 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-371 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-371 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-371?
Kepler-371 is about 2,652 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.