Meteors & Meteor Showers
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By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks on Jan.3-4 and is active between Dec. 28 and Jan. 12. Our guide tells you how and where you can see the Quadrantid display.

By Anthony Wood Published
Ursid shooting stars may be visible throughout the night on Dec. 21-22.

By Kenna Hughes-Castleberry Published
Astrophotographer Josh Dury has captured the beauty of the Geminids in this stunning timelapse exposure.

By Anthony Wood Published
The Geminid meteor shower peaked overnight on Dec. 13.

By Joe Rao Published
December's faint Ursid meteor shower returns under dark skies, offering a small chance of unexpected activity.

By Anthony Wood Published
The Geminid meteor shower occurs as Earth passes through the debris from asteroid (3200) Phaethon

By Anthony Wood Published
Up to 150 shooting stars may brighten the night sky each hour during the Dec. 13 peak.

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The Geminid meteor shower peaks overnight tonight. Here's when to look for the most shooting stars — and where to aim your gaze.
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