All-Year Meteor Shower Events
Meteor showers are one of the most awe-inspiring natural events in the night sky. Each year, numerous meteor showers light up the heavens, offering a spectacular show of shooting stars. These celestial displays occur when the Earth passes through debris left behind by comets or asteroids. Some meteor showers, such as the Perseids and Geminids, are among the most prominent, offering countless meteors per hour during their peak. In this list, you'll find detailed information about the most popular meteor showers, including their peak viewing times, visibility conditions, and tips for the best experience. Whether you're an experienced stargazer or a first-time observer, this guide will help you plan your perfect meteor shower viewing session.
Annual Meteor Shower Chart
This interactive circle represents the annual timeline of meteor showers, visually illustrating their peak dates and durations throughout the year. Each green arc marks the period during which a meteor shower is visible, allowing you to easily identify the best times to observe these spectacular events. Hover over the arcs for more information about each meteor shower, including its peak activity and viewing tips. Use this tool to plan your stargazing sessions and never miss a meteor shower again.
Meteor Showers
xi-Coronae Borealids
Meteor Shower
xi-Coronae Borealids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 14, with activity occurring from January 09 to January 20.
theta-Coronae Borealids
Meteor Shower
theta-Coronae Borealids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 16, with activity occurring from January 07 to January 24.
January xi-Ursae Majorids
Meteor Shower
January xi-Ursae Majorids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 17, with activity occurring from January 14 to January 20.
gamma-Ursae Minorids
Meteor Shower
gamma-Ursae Minorids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 20, with activity occurring from January 16 to January 25.
Daytime xi-Sagittariids
Meteor Shower
Daytime xi-Sagittariids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 25, with activity occurring from January 14 to January 16.
omicron-Hydrids
Meteor Shower
omicron-Hydrids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 26, with activity occurring from January 10 to February 13.
alpha-Antliids
Meteor Shower
alpha-Antliids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 30, with activity occurring from January 21 to February 06.
February epsilon-Virginids
Meteor Shower
February epsilon-Virginids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on February 02, with activity occurring from January 19 to February 16.
February eta-Draconids
Meteor Shower
February eta-Draconids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on February 02, with activity occurring from January 29 to February 03.
x-Herculids
Meteor Shower
x-Herculids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on March 11, with activity occurring from March 08 to March 15.
kappa-Serpentids
Meteor Shower
kappa-Serpentids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 14, with activity occurring from April 10 to April 19.
Daytime April Piscids
Meteor Shower
Daytime April Piscids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 15, with activity occurring from April 05 to April 27.
alpha-Virginids
Meteor Shower
alpha-Virginids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 17, with activity occurring from April 05 to April 29.
April Lyrids
Meteor Shower
April Lyrids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 22, with activity occurring from April 16 to April 25.
pi-Puppids
Meteor Shower
pi-Puppids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 23, with activity occurring from April 22 to April 24.
April rho-Cygnids
Meteor Shower
April rho-Cygnids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 27, with activity occurring from April 25 to May 03.
h-Virginids
Meteor Shower
h-Virginids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 29, with activity occurring from April 24 to May 04.
Southern Daytime omega-Cetids
Meteor Shower
Southern Daytime omega-Cetids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 05, with activity occurring from April 07 to May 21.
Southern Daytime May Arietids
Meteor Shower
Southern Daytime May Arietids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 06, with activity occurring from April 12 to May 22.
eta-Aquariids
Meteor Shower
eta-Aquariids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 06, with activity occurring from April 19 to May 28.
Data Credits
We would like to express our gratitude to the International Astronomical Union (IAU) Meteor Center for providing valuable meteor data.
Special thanks to all the astronomers, researchers, and enthusiasts whose work contributes to the understanding and observation of meteor showers.