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Meteor ShowerFRI Nov 13 · 1:06 AM · in 2d 7hCurated calendar
Southern Taurids — Broad Peak
Slow, bright fireballs from a long-running stream.
When & where to look
Radiant rises1:06 AMSoutheast horizon
Peak rates6:06 AM60° elevation
Dawn interferes11:06 AMEnters shadow / sets
The Southern Taurids reach their broad maximum. Rates are modest — around 10 meteors per hour — but the stream is famous for slow, bright fireballs that can light up the whole sky. The radiant rides high in the southeast through the small hours.
Field notes
- 01Patience is the whole game — settle in for at least an hour.
- 02Taurid fireballs are slow enough to point out to someone beside you.
- 03Dress warmer than you think; stillness gets cold fast.
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