Chinese Satellite 'Fireball' Over US Mistaken for Ursid Meteor Shower
What's New A fiery spectacle over the southeastern United States on Saturday night left observers puzzled, with many mistaking the fireball for the annual Ursid meteor shower. Astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics confirmed on X that the phenomenon was the uncontrolled reentry of a Chinese satellite,
Ursid meteor shower 2024: How and when you can witness this year's last celestial show
Although the winter air and a 54% full moon may make it harder to see the meteors clearly, there are a few simple steps you can follow to enjoy this natural display.
The Ursid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's what to expect from the final 'shooting stars' of 2024
The Ursids run from Dec. 17 to Dec. 26, with the peak occurring in the early morning of Dec. 22. While you can see them any time during the period, the best view will likely occur in the predawn hours of Dec. 22. That's when the radiant will be highest in the sky.
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Christmas solstice shower that's brief but bright, the Ursid meteor shower will be experienced during its peak overnight on December 21-22.
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Missed the Geminids last week? Don't fret. Another meteoric light show is set to grace the skies this weekend.
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Ursid meteor shower 2024: Where and when to see the final meteor shower of the year
If you missed the peak of the Geminid meteor shower earlier this month, don't worry — there's still another chance to catch a "shooting star" display this year. The Ursid meteor shower will peak overnight from Dec. 21-22, right around the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.
The Ursid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's how to best watch the shooting stars.
The Ursids appear to be brighter than most meteors — aka shooting stars — so you might be able to spot the few that occur. While the exact number of outbursts isn’t clear, the American Meteor Society anticipates there will be around five to 10 Ursids per hour around the peak.
Last astronomical event of year will take place tonight: Ursid meteor shower will reach its peak
Every year from December 17 to 24, the Ursid meteor shower is active. During this period, up to 10 meteors per hour can be observed in the night sky,
Ursid, final meteor shower of the year, peaks a few days before Christmas
The last meteor shower of the year — the Ursids — peaks Sunday, a few days before Christmas. While usually not as bright as the Geminids, the Ursid meteor shower can yield surprises.
Eyes to the skies: The Ursids meteor shower to peak on Sunday
This video filmed in Memphis shows the beginning of the Ursid meteor shower, the final shower of the year, which is expected to peak on Sunday, December 22. The stunning shooting stars were seen lighting up the night sky on Saturday.
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See a dead Chinese satellite burn up as a brilliant fireball in the night sky (video)
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