Northern Taurids 2024
Northern Taurids peaks on Tuesday, November 12 2024, with up to 5 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Taurus.
Peak
Tuesday
November 12, 2024 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
84%
Significant — bright moon washes out faint meteors
Bright moonlight will wash out fainter meteors. Plan to observe before moonrise or after moonset for best results — only the brightest meteors will compete with the lit sky.
Shower facts
Activity period
Oct 20 → Dec 10
Radiant
Taurus
Peak ZHR
5 /h
Velocity
29 km/s
Best hemisphere
Both hemispheres
Parent body
Comet 2P/Encke
Other years for Northern Taurids