Look Up! Quadrantid meteors peak overnight, clouds clearing though moonlight may mar viewing. Here's when to watch
January marks the annual arrival of the peak of the Quadrantid meteors, typically one of the best meteor showers of the year if you're lucky enough to see them under ideal conditions.
Though active from Dec. 26, 2022, to Jan. 15, 2023, the Quadrantids will peak overnight Tuesday, Jan. 3-4., the peak viewing window for the Quadrantids is short -- only about six hours -- and viewing can often be hampered by winter cloud cover, moonlight, or other seasonal factors. This year, conditions are not expected to be optimal with the moon being 92% full and very bright, but meteors can still be seen if you're lucky. NBC 5 Chief Meteorologist Rick Mitchell said the skies should be clearing, with clouds moving out tonight and overnight.Sign up for NBC DFW newslettersShooting stars will originate from the constellation Bootes, near the Big Dipper, though meteors will be visible in all areas of the sky.
Under dark, clear skies viewers looking up at Quadrantids can normally expect about 25 meteors an hour. During the peak window, however, NASA said that number could jump to as many as 200 per hour.
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