Hyderabad to witness Ursids meteor showers from December 16-23
Enthusiasts might witness up to 10 meteors per hour at the shower’s peak. An opportune moment for viewing is predicted on December 23, with exceptional visibility between 2:55 am and 5:50 am.
- City News
NewsTAP Bureau- Updated On:16 Dec 2023 2:12 PM GMT
HYDERABAD: Sky-gazers in the city are in for a celestial treat with the Ursids meteor shower will grace the city's skies, marking the final major meteor event of the year.
Planetary Society of India, Hyderabad director Raghunandan Kumar has said that everyone can directly witness the meteor showers from December 16 to 23.
Bright meteor showers could be witness at different times from 9 pm to 5 am.
Enthusiasts might witness up to 10 meteors per hour at the shower’s peak, providing a captivating visual experience. An opportune moment for viewing is predicted on December 23, with exceptional visibility between 2:55 am and 5:50 am.
Patheon, an asteroid, entered Earth's orbit a few months ago while orbiting the Sun. It collided and disintegrated into small meteorites. According to the International Meteorological Organisation (IMO) website, they emit 150 light beams per hour. Anbody can shoot photos and videos and upload them on the IMO website.
