Meteor Showers 2026 - 2027 - American Meteor Society
Browse all the major meteor showers for 2026
amsmeteors.orgHere are the latest reliable sources on upcoming meteor showers and when to watch them.
- Perseids (peak around Aug 12–13, 2026). Expect bright meteors; best viewing after midnight with a dark sky. Source: Meteor Shower Calendar 2026–2027 overview.[1][2]
- Geminids (peak around Dec 13–14, 2026). One of the year’s most active showers with strong rates; check moon phase for optimal darkness. Source: Meteor Shower Calendar overview.[2][1]
- Quadrantids (peak around Jan 3–4, 2027). Typically a brief but intense shower with sharp peak; best after midnight under a clear sky. Source: Meteor Shower Calendar overview.[1][2]
Additional context and viewing tips
- For the best experience, pick nights with a dark sky and little moonlight, and give your eyes 20–30 minutes to adapt. This guidance is consistent with general meteor shower guidance from NASA and EarthSky sources.[9]
- Where available, track radiant points and expected ZHR (zenithal hourly rate) to set expectations for meteor counts, noting that actual counts vary with moonlight and weather.[2][1]
If you’d like, I can tailor a viewing plan for Lisbon this year, including moon phases, local weather outlook, and optimal neighborhoods for dark skies. I can also generate a quick calendar of peaks with best viewing windows in your time zone.[1][2]