Do you love shooting stars? Wondering if there is a meteor shower tonight? Here are some of the best-known meteor showers, when, and where to see them—followed by more details about each. Plus, meteor shower watching tips. Good luck—and be sure to share your experiences and any photos in the comments section! Seeing a meteor

Love shooting stars? Then you’ll love the Orionid Meteor Shower 2025. We explain everything you need to know! Have questions? Let us know in the comments below! What Are the Orionids? The Orionid Meteor Shower, the second meteor shower of October, peaks during the early morning hours of October 21-22 each year. Why are they

Bundle up and head outside to watch the December Geminids, considered the best of the annual meteor displays. Learn more about this active meteor shower coming to a backyard sky near you!

Do you like shooting stars? If so, mark your calendars for August 11-13, when you’ll have the best chance of seeing the annual Perseid Meteor Shower (pronounced PER-see-id). The Perseids are usually considered to be one of the best meteor showers of the year! What’s in store for 2025? Read on! What Is The Perseid

Quick Reference: Taurid Meteor Showers Two showers, one stream: Southern Taurids (Sep 10 to Nov 20, peak Nov 2-4) and Northern Taurids (Oct 20 to Dec 10, peak Nov 12-14). Parent body: Comet 2P/Encke. Encke is one of the oldest tracked comets, with the second known orbit after Halley’s. Rate at peak: 5 to 10

Quick Reference: Leonid Meteor Shower 2026 Peak night: Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, November 17-18, 2026 Best viewing window: After midnight through pre-dawn, roughly 12:00 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. local time Active dates: November 6 through November 30, 2026 Expected rate at peak: 10 to 15 meteors per hour under dark skies (a non-storm year)