Meteor Showers
Every year, the Earth passes through debris trails left by comets, resulting in a spectacular celestial event called a meteor shower. The view of the bright meteors piercing through the dark night sky captures the attention of thousands of people around the world. Look through our themed articles to learn when and how to observe "shooting stars".
Astronomy Calendar 2026: All Major Celestial Events of the Year
A complete month-by-month guide to all the major astronomical events of 2026, including eclipses, meteor showers, Supermoons, and Moon-planet meetups.
Meteor Showers: All You Need to Know
Check this infographic to learn interesting facts about meteor showers. Get tips on how to observe and photograph "shooting stars".
Meteor Shower Calendar 2026: When’s the Next Meteor Shower?
This meteor shower guide provides the best viewing time for all the major meteor showers in 2026 and gives tips on how to catch the most shooting stars.
Orionids 2026: Where & How To See Them In October
The Orionids are one of the fastest and most prolific meteor showers of the year. Read this article to learn how and when to see it.
Taurids 2026: When And Where To See Them?
The Northern and Southern Taurids grace the November sky! Learn more about the two meteor shower streams. Discover when and where to see them, and get tips on how to spot “shooting stars” this month.
November Orionids: Are They Worth Watching in 2026?
How to observe the November Orionids? Learn what the November Orionid meteor shower is, and get some useful viewing tips.
Southern Delta Aquariids & Other Meteor Showers in Late July 2026
Discover when to see the Delta Aquariids — one of the most active Southern Hemisphere meteor showers — and the Alpha Capricornids in July 2026.
Geminids 2025: How to See December’s Best Meteor Shower
Don’t miss one of the year’s final meteor showers! Catch the Geminids at their peak on December 13–14 and see up to 150 meteors per hour.
Meteor Shower Tonight: Shooting Stars in December 2025
Several meteor showers will reach their peak in December 2025. Find out their peak dates and the Moon’s phase, and get an observation forecast.
Ursids 2025: The Final Meteor Shower in December
The Ursids reach their peak at the end of December. Learn when and where you can see them and what the observation conditions are in 2025.