Fireball meteor shower tonight: How to see the Quadrantid January 2024 peak

Missed the New Year’s fireworks display? Not to worry, tonight you can witness space’s own sparkles, the Quadrantid meteor shower (aka Quadrantids). Producing up to 110 meteors per hour, there’s also the chance you’ll see several fireballs shoot across the night sky.

The Quadrantids are short-lived, so you’ll have to be quick, as the peak is sharp – and only lasts for a couple of hours. You’ll need to know exactly when to look for this dazzling display to kick-start the new year.

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