Each day, around 48.5 tons (44,000 kilograms) of ancient debris dating back to the creation of our solar system collide with ...

The unpredictable Bootid meteor shower peaks tonight, though stargazers in the U.S. will need luck on their side to catch one ...

According to the International Meteor Organisation, the Bootid meteor shower is active from June 22 to July 2. Space.com says: “Shooting stars associated with the comet may be observed emanating from ...

With the moon only 9% illuminated, the skies will be dark. This increases the chances of spotting meteors without the glare of moonlight. Viewers can also catch a crescent moon near Mercury in the ...

The unpredictable Bootid meteor shower peaks tonight, though stargazers in the U.S. will need luck on their side to catch one of the ancient shooting stars streaking through the post-sunset sky.

To spot one, look toward the constellation Boötes in the northern sky—apps like SkyView or Star Walk can help. For best results, aim about 40 degrees away from the radiant, ideally overhead. Your ...

The Bootid meteor shower is normally weak, but some years have provided bigger displays. For example, in 1998, there was a strong outburst with the zenithal hourly rate (ZHR) reaching 100.

June's unpredictable Bootid meteor shower is upon us! Here's everything you need to know about the annual shower ahead of its June 27 peak. Each day, around 48.5 tons (44,000 kilograms) of ancient ...

The Bootid meteor shower is normally weak, but some years have provided bigger displays. For example, in 1998, there was a strong outburst with the zenithal hourly rate (ZHR) reaching 100.

A Bootid meteor shower will peak on June 26-27. It may be a good year to see the meteors, as very little light interference is predicted in 2025; Bootids are generally weak, ...

If the skies stay clear, Pretoria residents may be treated to a meteor shower tonight. Here's when and where to look for the rare Bootids.