Meteor shower calendar (October 2026 to August 2027)
Based on the American Meteor Society calendar; peaks are around the nights listed. What you actually see varies a lot with weather and location.
| Shower | Peak night | Moon | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orionids | Oct 21–22, 2026 | 74%, waxing gibbous | Bright Moon gets in the way |
| Leonids | Nov 16–17, 2026 | 39%, waxing crescent | Usually modest |
| Geminids | Dec 13–14, 2026 | 15%, waxing crescent | Usually the year’s strongest, and dark skies in 2026 |
| Quadrantids | Jan 3–4, 2027 | 18%, waning crescent | Short, sharp peak |
| Lyrids | Apr 21–22, 2027 | Full Moon | Washed out by moonlight |
| Eta Aquariids | May 5–6, 2027 | 2%, waning crescent | Best just before dawn |
| Perseids | Aug 12–13, 2027 | 79%, waxing gibbous | Better after moonset |
How to watch
- Take in the whole sky: meteors appear anywhere, not only at the radiant.
- Lie back: a blanket or reclining chair saves your neck.
- Stay at least 30 minutes: dark adaptation alone takes 20 to 30.
- After midnight is often better: once the radiant has climbed higher.
Why moonlight matters
Faint meteors vanish in moonlight, so the same shower can feel completely different from year to year. In 2026 the Geminids peak under a thin crescent, which makes it a good year. For basics, see stargazing in the city.
Wish stars in the app
The sample name and journal text in these screenshots were typed in Korean; the app itself runs fully in English.
Catch a shooting star and make a wish
When a shooting star crosses your constellation’s sky in My Constellation, tap it to write a one-line wish. It stays in your sky as a Wish Star, listed under your constellation.
On real shower nights, look up
The shooting stars in the app are just for fun. On the dates above, switch off the screen and watch the real sky.
FAQ
Will I really see 100 meteors an hour?
Figures like that assume an ideal, very dark sky. From a city or under moonlight you will see far fewer.
Can I photograph meteors?
Yes, with the camera on a tripod taking many long exposures, but watching with your eyes first is more rewarding.
My Constellation - Star Sign
One constellation drawn from your name and birthday. No sign-up, fully offline, free on Android.