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Sky-gazers can look forward to meteor showers. How and when to see them
scrippsnews.com • • science
Key Points:
- Multiple meteor showers, including the Alpha Capricornids, Southern Delta Aquariids, and Perseids, will be active this week, with the Perseids peaking Wednesday night.
- Observers in the Southern Hemisphere have a better chance of viewing these showers due to the higher position of the radiant point in their sky.
- For optimal viewing, experts recommend watching from a high elevation facing north with the moon behind to avoid light interference.
- Meteor showers not only offer spectacular sights but also provide valuable data on space particles and help ensure the safety of human spaceflight by identifying potential hazards.
- Upcoming major meteor showers in 2026 include the Perseids (Aug 12-13), Orionids (Oct 21-22), and Geminids (Dec 13-14), among others.
