RY Draconis
Binoculars • Carbon Stars
Finder map for RY Draconis
Circumpolar for mid-to-high northern latitudes. Requires a clear northern horizon for lower northern latitudes. Accurately estimating its magnitude against comparison stars, especially near minimum brightness.
Finder scope & binocular view of RY Draconis
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Common names | RY Dra |
| Catalog names | - |
| Type | Evolved Star |
| Subtype | Carbon Star |
| Coordinates | 12h 56m 25.91s, +65° 59’ 39.81” |
| Season | March - May |
| Best month | April |
| Beginner friendly | No |
| Visual reward | Moderate |
| Filters required | None |
| LP tolerance | Medium |
| Minimum equipment | Binoculars |
| Optimal equipment | Small telescope |
| Magnitude | 6.3 |
| Size | - |
| Constellation | Draco |
Observation Notes
Naked Eye
Not a naked-eye target. Optical aid is required; binoculars or a small telescope are needed for visual observation.
Binoculars
Easily visible throughout its brightness cycle and well suited for routine visual monitoring and approximate magnitude estimation using comparison charts.
Small Telescope
Provides a comfortable, unambiguous view that makes identifying the star and its comparison sequence straightforward. No surface detail is visible.
Medium Telescope
Helpful when the star is near its faintest, allowing the use of fainter and more closely matched comparison stars for improved magnitude estimates.
Large Telescope
Offers no additional visual detail beyond smaller instruments and is unnecessary for routine visual observation.