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 21:29
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
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.
Northern Daytime omega-Cetids
Meteor Shower
Northern Daytime omega-Cetids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 14, with activity occurring from May 05 to May 22.
epsilon-Aquilids
Meteor Shower
epsilon-Aquilids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 23, with activity occurring from May 18 to June 02.
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.