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This Earth map fragment is intended to illustrate celestial motion across the sky, emphasizing both bearing and elevational perspectives. The map's center point corresponds to the transit, showcasing celestial objects at their highest point, while elevation gradually decreases towards the map edges. This dynamic representation offers insights into the changing positions of celestial bodies with a focus on their bearing and elevational trajectories.
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Active Meteor Showers

Meteor showers offer some of the most captivating celestial displays of the year. In this section, you'll find information about the active meteor showers visible in the sky right now or coming soon. From the radiant points to peak dates, we provide everything you need to catch these stunning events. Whether you're an experienced stargazer or a newcomer, these active meteor showers are your guide to the best skywatching opportunities.

Sky Map

Celectial bearing and elevation at 18:34
This interactive starmap highlights the active meteor showers currently visible in the sky. By showing the radiant points and the positions of the showers, it helps you easily identify the best viewing locations for each event. Track meteor shower activity throughout the year and plan your observations with this dynamic, real-time guide to the night sky. Whether you're a seasoned observer or a first-time stargazer, this starmap is your tool to follow the paths of the most spectacular meteor showers as they light up the heavens.

Meteor Showers

Daytime April Piscids

Meteor Shower

Daytime April Piscids
↗ 18:34 ↘ 03:44 ↑ -4°
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Daytime April Piscids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 15, with activity occurring from April 05 to April 27.
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alpha-Virginids

Meteor Shower

alpha-Virginids
↗ 18:34 ↘ 05:37 ↑ 57°
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alpha-Virginids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 17, with activity occurring from April 05 to April 29.
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Southern Daytime omega-Cetids

Meteor Shower

Southern Daytime omega-Cetids
↗ 18:34 ↘ 03:44 ↑ -18°
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Southern Daytime omega-Cetids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 05, with activity occurring from April 07 to May 21.
More about Southern Daytime omega-Cetids

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.