Posted in Connecticut
December 30, 2019
Watch Up To 100 Meteors Per Hour In The First Meteor Shower Of 2020, Quadrantids, Visible From Connecticut
Start your new year in the most radiant way possible. On January 4th, a spellbinding meteor shower will fill the night sky, and you’ll be able to see it right here in Connecticut. Set your alarm for 5 a.m. EST, and prepare to be amazed. This jaw-dropping natural phenomenon is worth getting up early for.
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This meteor shower is a relatively new occurrence. The shower originated from asteroid 2003 EH1, a rock comet that was discovered and identified within the last 20 years.
Meteors will start to become visible late as early as January 3rd. The entire spectacle is estimated to last around 6 hours.
Usually, this meteor shower only produces 40 "shooting stars" per hour, but this year is supposed to be even more astonishing. You won't want to sleep through this! Step outside and experience this natural wonder.
Light pollution can make it more difficult to see the full beauty of the Quadrantids.
Bring your camera and capture this remarkable sight. If you want to learn more about this year's meteor shower, visit the American Meteor Society's website here.
Have you ever seen the Quadrantids meteor shower? Share your photos and stories with us in the comments below!
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