The Alpha Capricornids meteor shower will soon begin, but your view of it will depend on where you are in the world. The meteor shower rarely produces more than 5 meteors an hour, according to the American Meteor Society. Although the meteors for this shower are very low, the ones it does produce are known as fireballs, which are very bright meteors that shoot across the sky.
When to Watch
The meteor shower will begin on Friday, July 3, and end on Aug. 15. The meteor shower is set to peak from the night of July 30 into the morning of July 31, meaning it will produce the most meteors around this time.
The showers are set to peak after the full moon on July 29, according to the American Meteor Society. The moon’s light will severely impact spectators’ view and make it harder to see the meteor showers.
Viewing Tips
To view the meteor shower, find a dark location away from light pollution, give your eyes 20 to 30 minutes to adjust to the dark, and avoid looking at phones or bright lights. Dress appropriately for the weather, use bug spray, and bring a blanket, a sleeping bag, or a reclining chair to lie on.
Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
