Meteor shower calendar 2026–2027
Peak dates and expected rates of the major meteor showers. Rates are for an ideal dark sky (ZHR); from a town you will see a fraction of these numbers.
| Shower | Peak | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Orionids 2026 | October 21–22, 2026 | ~20/h |
| Geminids 2026 | December 14, 2026 (around 14:00 UTC) | ~150/h |
| Quadrantids 2027 | January 4, 2027 | ~110/h |
| Perseids 2027 | August 12–13, 2027 | ~100/h |
| Leonids | November 17, 2026 | ~15/h |
| Ursids | December 22, 2026 | ~10/h |
| Lyrids | April 22, 2027 | ~18/h |
| Eta Aquariids | May 6, 2027 | ~50/h |
| Southern Delta Aquariids | July 30, 2027 | ~25/h |
Tips for watching meteors
- Find a dark place
Away from street lights, with a wide view of the sky. - Check the Moon
A bright Moon washes out faint meteors. Watch after moonset or before moonrise. - Be patient
Lie back, let your eyes adapt for 15–20 minutes and watch for at least 30 minutes.
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