Eyes to the skies: The Ursids meteor shower to peak on Sunday

SpaceSports
23 Dec 2024 • 1:51 AM MYT
The Independent
The Independent

The world’s most free-thinking newspaper

image is not available

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.

While usually not as bright as the Geminids, the Ursid meteor shower can yield surprises, producing about 5 to 10 visible meteors per hour under ideal viewing conditions.

Most meteor showers originate from the debris of comets and there’s no special equipment needed to view them.

The Ursids come from the comet 8P/Tuttle.

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved