The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is one of two showers created by debris from Halley’s Comet. This shower is particularly strong for observers in the Southern Hemisphere. The meteors are known for being fast and leaving glowing trails, with the best viewing in the hours before dawn as the radiant climbs high in the sky. […]
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Quadrantid Meteor Shower 2026
The Quadrantids are the first major meteor shower of the year, arriving in early January with a brief but often spectacular display. Known for their bright meteors and occasional fireballs, they can rival the Geminids and Perseids at their best. The challenge is their short peak, which lasts only a few hours. Duration: December 28, […]
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Draconid Meteor Shower 2025
The Draconid meteor shower is unusual because its peak occurs in the evening rather than after midnight. This makes it a great shower for those who don’t want to stay up all night. The meteors appear to come from the head of Draco the Dragon, which is highest in the sky just after darkness falls. […]
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Must see Astronomical events in July 2025
Attention, stargazers! July 2025 offers some exciting stargazing opportunities for both casual observers and professional astronomers around the globe. Starting with the conjunction of Antares and the Moon, the month will end with the peak of the Delta Aquarids meteor shower. This article serves as a clear and reliable guide to help you navigate the […]
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Lyrid Meteor Shower 2026
Every April, the Lyrids bring back a meteor shower that has been watched for more than 2,600 years. They aren’t the most dramatic, but their quick flashes and occasional fireballs make them worth staying up for. This shower marks the return of regular meteor activity after a quiet winter sky. Duration: April 15–29, 2026. Predicted […]
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Meteor Shower Calendar 2025
Meteor showers are one of the most beautiful events in the night sky. The awe-inspiring streaks of meteors across the sky can leave you amazed. Watching a meteor shower requires the right conditions, patience, and some planning. However, meteor showers are not rare! According to the Meteor Data Center and IAU, there are around 110 […]
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2025
The Ursids are a quiet but reliable meteor shower in late December. They appear right after the Geminids, giving skywatchers a second chance at meteors before the year ends. Occasionally, they surprise with short bursts of activity, keeping observers alert. Duration: December 13–24, 2025. Predicted Peak: ~11:00 UTC on December 22, 2025. Hourly Rate: A […]
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What is a Radiant Point? List of the Radiant Points of all the Meteor Showers
A radiant point is a point in the sky from which a meteor shower or meteors appear to emerge. Radiant points are located in a constellation, and thus the meteor showers are named after the name of the constellations in which the radiant point of a meteor shower is located. Radiant Point of Meteor Showers […]
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Leonid Meteor shower 2025
The Leonids are known for their spectacular meteor storms that happen every 33 years, but they are a great show every year. These fast and bright meteors radiate from the constellation Leo. The best viewing time is in the pre-dawn hours, when the radiant is at its highest point in the sky. Duration: November 3–December […]
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Southern and Northern Taurid Meteor Shower 2025
The Taurid meteor shower is unique because it’s actually two separate streams, the Southern and Northern Taurids, that overlap. While the hourly rate is low, the Taurids are famous for producing a high number of very bright fireballs. Look for meteors that appear to come from the constellation Taurus. Southern Taurid meteor Shower Duration: September […]