Meteor Shower

The Aurigid meteor shower is a lesser-known but beautiful celestial event that peaks in early September. This shower is a great opportunity for observers with a clear view of the northern sky. While the hourly rate is low, the Aurigids can occasionally produce bright, fast-moving meteors for those with patience. Duration: August 28–September 5, 2025. […]

The Perseids are widely considered one of the best meteor showers of the year. Active during the warm nights of summer, this shower is known for its high number of bright meteors. The Perseid radiant is in the constellation Perseus, which is always above the horizon for many northern observers, making it a great all-night […]

Summary The Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak activity in the pre-dawn hours of August 14. The meteors are debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle that burn up in Earth’s atmosphere. While the bright moon will initially pose a challenge, the best viewing will be after it sets, just before dawn. Stargazers across India are in […]

As summer reaches its peak, the Aquariid meteor shower provides a long and steady stream of meteors. This shower has a broad peak, with consistent activity over several nights. The radiant is in the southern constellation Aquarius, favoring viewers in the Southern Hemisphere and at low northern latitudes. Southern Delta Aquariids Duration: July 18–August 21, […]

The Geminid meteor shower is one of the most reliable and prolific meteor showers of the year. Unlike most showers that come from comets, the Geminids are debris from an asteroid, making them slow and bright. The radiant is in the constellation Gemini, and the shower is active all night long. Duration: November 19–December 24, […]