When is the next meteor shower?

Major showers recur on roughly the same calendar dates each year. Check the active-window list on this page for showers in season, then confirm dark, moon-friendly hours with the Dark Sky Window tool.

Which way should I look for meteors?

The radiant tells you the shower’s home constellation, but meteors can appear anywhere in the sky. Lie back with a wide view of dark sky after midnight for the best rates.

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Are there meteor showers tonight?

Major showers peak on predictable dates but stay active for days or weeks on either side.

Rates are usually best after local midnight when your side of Earth turns into the debris stream. A bright Moon can cut visible counts even during a strong peak. Pair this page with the live Sky Events feed and the meteor showers lesson.

Tonight at a glance

As of August 2, 2026 (UTC) for Georgetown, Guyana (default). Set your location in the feed for exact windows.

Moon: Waning Gibbous, 89% illuminated
Naked-eye planets: Mars, Saturn, Venus
Meteor showers: Delta Aquariids (peak ~July 30, ZHR 25); Perseids (peak ~August 12, ZHR 100)
ISS / satellites: ISS Pass Predictor

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Frequently asked questions

When is the next meteor shower?: Major showers recur on roughly the same calendar dates each year. Check the active-window list on this page for showers in season, then confirm dark, moon-friendly hours with the Dark Sky Window tool.
Which way should I look for meteors?: The radiant tells you the shower’s home constellation, but meteors can appear anywhere in the sky. Lie back with a wide view of dark sky after midnight for the best rates.

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