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Dramatic ‘fireballs’ expected during Draconid meteor shower this week: How to get the best views

Dramatic ‘fireballs’ expected during Draconid meteor shower this week: How to get the best views

If you’re out just after dark Wednesday (Oct. 8), look up for a chance to spot “fireballs” as the annual Draconid meteor shower peaks. Although this meteor shower is predicted to produce only about 10 “shooting stars” per hour during its peak that evening, the Draconids are still a worthy skywatching event. That’s because some of these meteors can be …

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When is the 2025 Draconid meteor shower, where can you see it? What to know.

When is the 2025 Draconid meteor shower, where can you see it? What to know.

The Draconid meteor shower is set to begin on the same night as the supermoon, coinciding with the activation of two other meteor showers. The meteor shower is expected to start on Monday, Oct. 6, according to NASA. The shower will only occur for a few days before it ends on Friday, Oct. 10. “The Draconid meteor shower comes from debris trailing …

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