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Major Meteor Showers

Each year, a few meteor showers stand out due to their intensity, frequency, and visibility. In this section, we focus on the major meteor showers that light up the night sky. Learn about the peak dates, ideal viewing locations, and unique characteristics of each shower. From the dazzling Perseids to the reliable Geminids, these events are a must-see for any astronomy enthusiast.

Annual Meteor Shower Chart

Leonids (October 30 - December 11) Perseids (July 22 - August 31) eta-Aquariids (April 25 - May 26) Orionids (October 13 - November 12) Ursids (December 12 - January 01) Geminids (November 25 - December 14) April Lyrids (April 12 - April 27) Quadrantids (December 31 - January 10) October Draconids (October 04 - October 10)
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

eta-Aquariids

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eta-Aquariids
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eta-Aquariids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on May 06, with activity occurring from April 19 to May 28.
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Perseids

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Perseids
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Perseids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on August 12, with activity occurring from July 17 to August 24.
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October Draconids

Meteor Shower

October Draconids
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October Draconids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 09, with activity occurring from October 06 to October 10.
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Orionids

Meteor Shower

Orionids
↗ 21:59 ↘ 04:57 ↑ 8°
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Orionids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on October 21, with activity occurring from October 02 to November 07.
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Leonids

Meteor Shower

Leonids
↗ 21:59 ↘ 04:57 ↑ 55°
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Leonids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on November 17, with activity occurring from November 06 to November 30.
More about Leonids

Geminids

Meteor Shower

Geminids
↗ 21:59 ↘ 04:57 ↑ 30°
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Geminids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on December 14, with activity occurring from December 04 to December 17.
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Ursids

Meteor Shower

Ursids
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Ursids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on December 22, with activity occurring from December 17 to December 26.
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Quadrantids

Meteor Shower

Quadrantids
↗ 21:59 ↘ 12:08 ↑ 80°
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Quadrantids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on January 03, with activity occurring from December 28 to January 12.
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April Lyrids

Meteor Shower

April Lyrids
↗ 21:59 ↘ 11:41 ↑ 83°
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April Lyrids meteor shower is an annual event that peaks on April 22, with activity occurring from April 16 to April 25.
More about April Lyrids

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.