Best time to see Delta Aquariids and Capricornids
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Astronomy on MSNThe Sky This Week from July 25 to August 1: See the Southern Delta Aquariids peakPluto reaches opposition and the Moon waxes to First Quarter as shooting stars streak through the sky this week.
In late July, the meteors radiate near the area of Alpha Capricorni, a double star visible to the naked eye. This area of the sky rises in the east at about 8 p.m. Local Daylight Time, but very little activity can be seen at this time because many of the meteors are blocked by the horizon.
Stargazers have the chance to see a spectacular meteor show this week.The Southern Delta Aquariids due to reach the peak of their month-long activity.If the stars align, here's how you can catch a glimpse.
Three different meteor showers are happening at the same time this month, giving skywatchers plenty of chances to spend their summer nights looking for shooting stars
Get ready for a celestial treat. Two meteor showers, Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids, will peak on July 29-30. The Southern Delta Aqua
The Perseids, alpha Capricornids and Southern delta Aquariids are all currently active, with the latter two peaking in late July.
This summer, skywatchers across the globe are being treated to a rare and visually stunning display as three meteor showers—the alpha Capricornids, Southern delta Aquariids, and Perseids—converge in activity. With favorable viewing conditions expected ...