The Kepler-387 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-387 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,613 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-387
Kepler-387: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-387
- Surface temperature
- 5,774 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.05 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-387: 0.784–1.847 AU (conservative: 0.993–1.752 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-387 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-387 b | Terrestrial | 6.8 d | 1.03 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
| Kepler-387 c | Terrestrial | 12 d | 0.89 R⊕ | 0.30 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-387 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-387 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-387 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-387
How many planets does Kepler-387 have?
Kepler-387 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-387 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-387 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-387?
Kepler-387 is about 2,613 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.