Southern Taurids 2024
Southern Taurids peaks on quinta-feira, 10 de outubro 2024, with up to 5 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Taurus.
Peak
quinta-feira
10 de outubro de 2024 às 05:00 GMT-7
Peak times can shift ±1 day from year to year. Check closer to the date for the latest IMO forecast.
Moon at peak
47%
Manageable — moderate moonlight
The moon will brighten the sky but most meteors should still be visible. Aim for the hours when the moon is below the horizon, or sit so the moon is behind you.
Shower facts
Activity period
Sep 10 → Nov 20
Radiant
Taurus
Peak ZHR
5 /h
Velocity
27 km/s
Best hemisphere
Both hemispheres
Parent body
Comet 2P/Encke
Other years for Southern Taurids