The best time to see Quadrantid Meteor Shower in 2027 is January 3-4, 2027.
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January 3-4, 2027
Sharp winter peak
A short, sharp burst to open the year.
The Quadrantids pack their peak into just a few hours, so timing and a dark sky matter more than usual. Catch the window and the rates can rival the Geminids.
Peak window: A few hours only
Where it is visible: Northern Hemisphere, pre-dawn
Northern hemisphere only in practice, and the peak is famously narrow, often just a few hours. The radiant sits near 50 degrees north.
Next time: Quadrantid Meteor Shower, January 3-4, 2028
Quadrantid Meteor Shower 2027: January 3-4, 2027.
Quadrantid Meteor Shower 2028: January 3-4, 2028.
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