Leonids 2025
Leonids peaks on Monday, November 17 2025, with up to 15 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Leo.
Peak
Monday
November 17, 2025 at 04:00 AM PST
Peak times can shift ±1 day from year to year. Check closer to the date for the latest IMO forecast.
Moon at peak
7%
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
Nov 6 → Nov 30
Radiant
Leo
Peak ZHR
15 /h
Velocity
71 km/s
Best hemisphere
Both hemispheres
Parent body
Comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle
Other years for Leonids