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Next Minor Meteor Shower

Thursday July 9 Friday July 10

7:00 pm – 5:00 am July Pegasids
  • Peak Date: July 9-10.
  • Hourly Rate: 3-5 meteors per hour; up to 10 some years.
  • Radiant: In the constellation Pegasus, near the star Markab (Alpha Pegasi).  
  • Origin: 4P/Faye.
  • Features: Faint, white meteors.
  • Best Viewing: Optimal viewing occurs in dark, clear skies during the late evening to pre-dawn hours in Northern Hemisphere. Can also be seen in Southern Hemisphere under perfect conditions.

If you want more in-depth information, please read the The July Pegasid Meteor Shower on Meteor Shower Tonight

Next Variable Meteor Shower

Friday June 26 Saturday June 27

6:00 pm – 6:00 am June Bootids
  • Peak Date: June 26-27.
  • Hourly Rate: Generally 5 meteors per hour at peak, but can dramatically increase in certain years (up to 100 in unprecedented years).
  • Radiant: In the constellation Boötes, near the star Beta Boötis (also known as Nekkar).
  • Origin: 7P/Pons-Winnecke.
  • Features: Meteors typically faint, white to yellowish, with some showing occasional colors.
  • Best Viewing: Late evening to pre-dawn hours; Best observed in the Northern hemisphere, but may also be visible in southern latitudes under favorable conditions.

If you want more in-depth information, please read The June Bootid Meteor Shower on Meteor Shower Tonight