See up to 120 meteors per hour in Colorado's first meteor shower of 2020 - OutThere Colorado

Look toward the sky after dark to catch a multi-day meteor shower going on above Colorado from December 27 to January 10, 2020.

Dubbed the “Quadrantids,” this meteor shower has the potential to be the strongest of the year. It’s set to peak on the night of January 3 into the early morning hours of January 4. On average, expect to see 25 meteors per hour, with a maximum of 120 per hour depending on a number of factors. The meteors of this shower are often characterized by the bright fireballs they produce.

This year, the moon will be 58% full during the peak hours. This may limit visibility. Weather may also limit visibility on certain days, as the beginning of January is typically marked by winter storms moving through the state.

While city lights will likely block out much of this natural light show, finding a spot in rural Colorado will help eliminate most of the light pollution. Head to one of the state’s designated dark sky areas on a clear night during the shower to have a better chance of catching some action.

Find more information about the Quadrantids here.

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