
Meteors: How to See
Dates and tips on how and where to see shooting stars from meteor showers all over the world.
5–6 May 2024Peak in Hong KongEta AquaridsBoth Hemispheres
12–13 Aug 2024Peak in Hong KongPerseidsNorthern Hemisphere (Best)
8–9 Oct 2024Peak in Hong KongDraconidsNorthern Hemisphere (Best)
21–22 Oct 2024Peak in Hong KongOrionidsBoth Hemispheres
17–18 Nov 2024Peak in Hong KongLeonidsBoth Hemispheres
13–14 Dec 2024Peak in Hong KongGeminidsBoth Hemispheres
22–23 Dec 2024Peak in Hong KongUrsidsNorthern Hemisphere
3–4 Jan 2025Peak in Hong KongQuadrantidsNorthern Hemisphere (Best)
Peak night dates are based on local time for Hong Kong. Please note that this does not guarantee visibility. Visibility is based on a variety of factors including weather and astronomical conditions. See meteor shower animation to find out visibility conditions for viewing the meteor shower from your location.

Dates and tips on how and where to see shooting stars from meteor showers all over the world.

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