Draconid meteor shower 2024: How to see dozens of 'shooting stars' fall from the dragon's tail this week
"shooting stars" during the annual Draconid meteor shower. Although it's not expected to be one of the year's best meteor showers, a special feature of the Draconids makes them hugely appealing to skywatchers: While most meteor showers are best observed in the early predawn hours,
The Draconid meteor shower peaks this week. Here's when you might be able to see it.
The Draconid meteor shower is an annual event in which meteors — aka “shooting stars” — appear in the sky of the Northern Hemisphere. Typically, it occurs in October. This year, you can view the Draconids from Oct. 6 to Oct. 10, but the meteor shower will peak around the evening of Oct. 7 to the early morning of Oct. 8.
Draconid Meteor Shower: See Post-Sunset ‘Shooting Stars’ This Week
Will you see “shooting stars” right after sunset this week as the Draconid meteor shower peaks? Here’s when, where and how to see them.
How to Catch a Glimpse of the Draconid Meteor Shower
Soon, the dragon constellation Draco will appear to breathe—or more accurately, sparsely cough—meteors across the sky. From October 6 to 10, sky watchers will have the opportunity to witness the Draconids,
Meteor Shower: How To See Draconids Light Up the Night Sky Next Week
"Assuming the sky is clear of cloud, to observe the meteor shower it is best to be outside for at least 15-20 minutes to allow for your eyes to adjust to the nighttime," astronomer Sam Rolfe of the University of Hertfordshire in England told Newsweek.
The Draconid meteor shower begins on Oct. 6. Where its name comes from, how to watch it
The Draconid meteor shower begins on Oct. 6 and will peak shortly after. Find out how to catch some of the action
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