Visualize in real time the position of the Lyra constellation in the sky.
General presentation
The constellation of Lyra is a small constellation in the northern hemisphere, famous for hosting Vega, one of the brightest stars in the night sky. Visible mainly in summer, it is part of the famous Summer Triangle with Cygnus and Aquila. Despite its modest size, the Lyre is one of the most well-known constellations for amateur astronomers.
Shape of the Lyra constellation
The constellation of Lyra has a simple shape consisting of a small parallelogram of stars connected to Vega, its main star. This arrangement evokes a lyre or a small harp.
Stars of the Lyra constellation
Star
Magnitude
Distance
Equatorial position J2000
Current Equatorial Position
Current Horizontal Position at Marseille
Link
Vega
0.03
25.04 light years
Right ascension : 18ʰ36ᵐ56.3364ˢ Declination : 38°47'56.3364″
Right ascension : 18ʰ37ᵐ52.2513993641ˢ Declination : 38°48′30.9238199877″