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Ursid Meteor Shower Peaks December 21-22, 2025

12/21/2025

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  • The Ursid meteor shower will peak overnight December 21–22, 2025, during the winter solstice.
  • Expect five to ten meteors per hour in dark areas away from city lights.
  • The meteors originate from Comet 8P/Tuttle, with debris trails potentially boosting activity.
  • Observers should lie flat and let their eyes adjust to darkness.
  • The Quadrantids will peak January 2–3, 2026.