When will the first meteor shower of 2024 occur and where can it be seen in Argentina

The approach first meteor shower of 2024one of the most anticipated events by astronomy enthusiasts.

This event will mark the beginning of a year that will see numerous spectacular astronomical phenomena.

THE Quadrantid meteor shower It began its activity in the last days of December but will reach its peak intensity at the beginning of next year.

This is one of the meteor showers most intense of the year, reaching 120 meteors/hour.

Unlike other meteor showers, the Quadrantids are distinguished by their short duration and their peak intensity concentrated in a short interval, generally a few hours.

When will the first meteor shower of 2024 occur?

THE first meteor shower of the Quadrantids of 2024 can be seen between the January 1st and 5th and will be active until Friday 12th.

He will still get his peak intensity during the night of Wednesday 3rd and the early hours of Thursday 4th.

At the moment it seems that the conditions for observing this phenomenon are favourable.

How to see the Quadrantids meteor shower

Second National GeographicHe The best time to see the Quadrantid meteor shower It is in the early morning and before dawn.

Furthermore, it states that you need to find a dark place away from city lights.

As well as avoid looking at cell phones and electronic devices for a better experience.

Unlike other astronomical events, for that matter no telescopes or binoculars are needed. The most important thing is to have patience and pay attention to observing the sky.

He maximum intensity of the meteor shower It will be during the moon’s last quarter phase, which means 46% brightness.

This meteor shower It will be best seen in the Northern Hemisphere. Although since then Argentinain the southern hemisphere, it can also be observed partially and with less intensity, since the radiant will be lower.

The chances of observing this phenomenon increase if the sky is clear and not very cloudy.

Astronomical Calendar 2024:

He astronomical calendar 2024 It previewed some of the phenomena that will occur next year, from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers.

Eclipse:

• March 25: penumbral lunar eclipse, which will be seen across the American continent.
• April 8: The total solar eclipse, lasting 4 minutes, will only be visible in North America. It will begin its transition in the South Pacific Ocean and pass through Mexico, the United States and Canada.

Star showers:

• January 3 and 4: Quadrantid meteor shower.
• April 21st and 22nd: Lyrid meteor shower.