Once you have found your viewing spot, lie down on the ground and look at the sky. You can use our Interactive Meteor Shower Sky Map or the table above to find the direction of the radiant; the higher the radiant is above the horizon, the more meteors you are likely to see. ...
The article presents steps in order to get the best view of the Quadrantids meteor shower peaking on January 3, 2013, from the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). It offers brief information on the Quadrantids. Stargazers are advised to go outside and let their eyes...
The article presents steps in order to get the best view of the Quadrantids meteor shower peaking on January 3, 2013, from the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). It offers brief information on the Quadrantids. Stargazers are advised to go outside and let their eyes...
The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks late this evening for U.S. observers. It’s one of wintertime’s best shows, though the Moon will interfere this year. Nonetheless, the high hourly rate means taking a stab at spotting shower members is worthwhile. The best time to watch for Quadrantid me...
The article reports on the annual Quadrantids meteor shower across the northern hemisphere in January 2013.EwaltDavidM.Forbes.com
He describes it as the best annual meteor shower but also elusive because it is brief. He explains that at its peak, it can produce 120 or more meteors visible per hour, under ideal observing conditions, but the peak lasts just a few hours at most. He states that it is predicted to ...