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Two meteor showers to peak on the night of July 29-30

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The summer night sky will be adorned with shooting stars during the combined peak of the Delta Aquarid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers on July 29-30. Anna Azallion shares how to see the event.

Breakdown
  • Two meteor showers will peak together, producing up to 30 meteors per hour.
  • The southern Delta Aquarids and Alpha Capricornids will create a notable display. 6s
  • Bright meteors known as fireballs may be visible during the peak. 15s
  • Shooting stars can also be seen on surrounding nights at the end of July and start of August. 18s
  • Best viewing is after midnight in dark areas, and weather conditions should be checked in advance. 25s
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