Draconids 2026
Draconids peaks on Thursday, October 8 2026, with up to 10 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Draco.
Peak
Thursday
October 8, 2026 at 05:00 AM PDT
Peak times can shift ±1 day from year to year. Check closer to the date for the latest IMO forecast.
Moon at peak
5%
Excellent — moon is dim or absent
The moon is dim or absent during peak — ideal conditions for catching faint meteors. Plan a long observing session.
Shower facts
Activity period
Oct 6 → Oct 10
Radiant
Draco
Peak ZHR
10 /h
Velocity
20 km/s
Best hemisphere
Northern
Parent body
Comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner
Other years for Draconids