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Draconid Meteor Shower Draws Skywatchers' Attention

Original: Meteor Shower! Link: https://www. timeanddate.com/news/astronomy /draconid-meteor-shower-2026 # Astronomy # Telescope #

The annual Draconid meteor shower is back in the spotlight, with stargazers sharing viewing guidance for the 2026 display. The shower, produced by debris from comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner, radiates from the constellation Draco and is typically best seen in early October from the Northern Hemisphere, though it usually produces only a modest number of meteors per hour.

Why now: The Draconids peak in early October, prompting astronomy enthusiasts to share viewing tips each year.

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