The Eta Aquariid meteor shower, occurring annually, is anticipated to be particularly spectacular this year due to optimal viewing conditions. Skywatchers can expect peak activity early Sunday, with an estimated 10 to 30 meteors visible per hour in the Northern Hemisphere. The visibility is enhanced by a new moon, which will make the skies extra dark just before dawn. Both hemispheres, especially the Southern Hemisphere, will have clear views due to a waning moon that is only 14% full.
The stars have aligned for one of 2024’s best meteor showers. This year, the shower is expected to be extra special as it reaches peak as we have a new moon, NASA explains. That means the skies will be extra dark just before dawn. https://t.co/Pqi1Z2UKj8
While the Southern Hemisphere will have the best view of Eta Aquarids, a waning moon just 14% full should allow for clear viewing in both hemispheres. https://t.co/1oi1KXRKJx
The stars have aligned for one of 2024’s best meteor showers. This year, the shower is expected to be extra special as it reaches peak as we have a new moon, NASA explains. That means the skies will be extra dark just before dawn. https://t.co/aK4qRnnaTN
This year’s peak activity happens early Sunday with an expected 10 to 30 meteors visible per hour in the Northern Hemisphere. https://t.co/xg4mX7uDoF
Skywatchers: 3 planets and peak meteor shower viewing this weekend 🔭 https://t.co/OpVrA7VDCn
The Eta Aquariid shower passes annually, but this year's conditions mean it's set to be more spectacular than most. https://t.co/79P51ldzCQ