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Daisy Dobrijevic

Meteor showers 2025: When, where and how to see the best 'shooting stars' of the year

The image shows a sky full of shooting stars above a tree and a lone person.

When is the next meteor shower?

The next meteor shower to peak is the Orionid meteor shower, which is active from late September until early November and will peak overnight around Oct. 20-21, 2025.

Meteor showers offer some of the most spectacular celestial displays of the year, and 2025 promises an exciting lineup. To catch these dazzling events, knowing the best time, location, and viewing conditions is key. Among the most prolific meteor showers this year are the Perseids, Geminids, and Orionids.

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