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".
Alpha Centaurid Meteor Shower: Where to See Meteors in February 2026
Watch the Alpha Centaurid meteor shower in February 2026! 🌠 Find out when you can see the most meteors and learn about the observation conditions in 2026.
Meteor Showers in October 2026: When, Where & How To Watch Them
In October 2026, several meteor showers light up the sky — including the famous Orionids. Find out the peak dates and get observation tips.
Shooting Stars in November 2026
Five meteor showers are reaching their peaks in November. Learn about each of them and get tips for observing this month's meteors.
Quadrantids 2026: The First Meteor Shower of the Year
The Quadrantids peak on January 3, 2026. Learn how, when, and where to watch this powerful meteor shower.
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.