Do you love shooting stars? Wondering if there is a meteor shower tonight? Here are some of the best-known meteor showers.
All times given are listed in Eastern Time. If your location observes Daylight Saving Time, please add one hour to the time shown.
Is There A Meteor Shower Tonight? When Is The Next Meteor Shower?
| Name | Maximum Activity | Hourly Rate | Direction and Time | Speed |
| Quadrantids | Jan 3-4 | 60-120 | Northeast 4 to 6 am | Medium |
| Lyrids | Apr 21-22 | 10-20 | Overhead 2 to 4 am | Swift streaks |
| Eta Aquarids | May 4-5 | 20-40 | Southeast 2 to 4 am | Very swift, long paths |
| Delta Aquarids | Jul 28-30 | 15-25 | South 1 to 3 am | Slow, long paths |
| Perseids | Aug 12-14 | 50-100 | Northeast 1 to 3 am | Very swift, rich display |
| Orionids | Oct 21-22 | 15-25 | South 2 to 4 am | Swift streaks |
| South Taurids | Nov 2-4 | 10-20 | South 1 to 3 am | Very slow, bright |
| North Taurids | Nov 12-14 | 10-20 | South 12 to 2 am | Slow fireballs |
| Leonids | Nov 17-18 | 10-15 | S/Southeast 4 to 6 am | Very swift |
| Geminids | Dec 13-14 | 50-100 | Overhead 1 to 3 am | Medium |
| Ursids | Dec 22-23 | 15-25 | North all night | Medium |
Catch A Shooting Star With Our Meteor Showers Tips
The best way to watch for meteors is to find a place with a clear view of the sky and arrange for deck chairs or some other comfortable rest. Warm clothing and a blanket—even in summer—are advisable.
Another factor to consider is bright moonlight, which can considerably cut into the potential number of meteors that might be seen. If a gibbous or full Moon is present during your meteor watch, its bright light will make seeing meteors difficult.
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