Ice giant · 7th planet from the Sun
Uranus
An ice giant that rotates almost completely on its side, likely the result of an ancient collision.
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Size & Distance
Diameter50,724 km
Vs. Earth's diameter3.98×
Distance from Sun19.2 AU (2871.0M km)
Distance from Earth (range)2723M – 3022M km
Mass & Gravity
Mass vs. Earth14.5×
Surface gravity vs. Earth0.904×
Known moons27 known moons
Time
Length of day17 hours 14 minutes (retrograde)
Length of year~84 years
Orbit
Orbital period30,687 days
Planet typeIce giant
Interesting facts about Uranus
- Uranus's axis is tilted about 98° — it essentially rolls around the Sun on its side rather than spinning upright.
- Its pale blue-green color comes from methane in its atmosphere, which absorbs red light.
- Uranus was the first planet discovered with a telescope, found by William Herschel in 1781.
FAQ
How far is Uranus from the Sun?
An average of about 19.2 AU (2871.0 million km).
How big is Uranus?
50,724 km in diameter — about 3.98× the diameter of Earth.
How much would I weigh on Uranus?
Multiply your Earth weight by 0.904 — Uranus's surface gravity is 0.904× Earth's. Try our weight calculator for an exact number.
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