Gas giant · 6th planet from the Sun
Saturn
Famous for its spectacular, extensive ring system — made almost entirely of ice particles, with a little rock and dust mixed in.
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Size & Distance
Diameter116,460 km
Vs. Earth's diameter9.14×
Distance from Sun9.58 AU (1434.0M km)
Distance from Earth (range)1284M – 1583M km
Mass & Gravity
Mass vs. Earth95.2×
Surface gravity vs. Earth1.065×
Known moons140+ known moons
Time
Length of day10 hours 42 minutes
Length of year~29.4 years
Orbit
Orbital period10,759 days
Planet typeGas giant
Interesting facts about Saturn
- Saturn's average density is lower than water — in theory, it would float in a large enough bathtub.
- Saturn's rings are extremely thin — despite spanning hundreds of thousands of kilometers wide, they're typically less than a kilometer thick.
- As of recent counts, Saturn has more confirmed moons than any other planet in the solar system.
FAQ
How far is Saturn from the Sun?
An average of about 9.58 AU (1434.0 million km).
How big is Saturn?
116,460 km in diameter — about 9.14× the diameter of Earth.
How much would I weigh on Saturn?
Multiply your Earth weight by 1.065 — Saturn's surface gravity is 1.065× Earth's. Try our weight calculator for an exact number.
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