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
October Ursae Majorids
Meteor Shower
October Ursae Majorids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 15, with activity occurring from October 14 to October 18.
epsilon-Geminids
Meteor Shower
epsilon-Geminids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 20, with activity occurring from October 03 to November 01.
Leonis Minorids
Meteor Shower
Leonis Minorids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 23, with activity occurring from October 14 to November 01.
Orionids
Meteor Shower
Orionids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 23, with activity occurring from October 13 to November 12.
xi-Draconids
Meteor Shower
xi-Draconids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 23, with activity occurring from October 22 to October 24.
lambda-Ursae Majorids
Meteor Shower
lambda-Ursae Majorids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 29, with activity occurring from October 24 to November 05.
Southern lambda-Draconids
Meteor Shower
Southern lambda-Draconids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 03, with activity occurring from November 02 to November 07.
chi-Taurids
Meteor Shower
chi-Taurids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 05, with activity occurring from October 13 to November 21.
kappa-Ursae Majorids
Meteor Shower
kappa-Ursae Majorids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 07, with activity occurring from October 26 to November 21.
rho-Puppids
Meteor Shower
rho-Puppids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 10, with activity occurring from October 31 to November 21.
Andromedids
Meteor Shower
Andromedids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 12, with activity occurring from October 24 to December 09.
omicron-Eridanids
Meteor Shower
omicron-Eridanids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 12, with activity occurring from October 23 to December 07.
Phoenicids
Meteor Shower
Phoenicids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 14, with activity occurring from November 12 to November 15.
Leonids
Meteor Shower
Leonids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 18, with activity occurring from October 30 to December 11.
alpha-Monocerotids
Meteor Shower
alpha-Monocerotids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 23, with activity occurring from November 19 to November 30.
November theta-Aurigids
Meteor Shower
November theta-Aurigids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 26, with activity occurring from November 11 to December 01.
November Orionids
Meteor Shower
November Orionids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 30, with activity occurring from November 05 to December 20.
Southern chi-Orionids
Meteor Shower
Southern chi-Orionids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on December 02, with activity occurring from November 12 to December 24.
December alpha-Draconids
Meteor Shower
December alpha-Draconids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on December 03, with activity occurring from November 12 to December 17.
December kappa-Draconids
Meteor Shower
December kappa-Draconids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on December 03, with activity occurring from November 23 to December 11.
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.