Meteor showers in Southend-on-Sea
Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through trails of debris left by comets. From Southend-on-Sea (northern hemisphere), visibility depends heavily on cloud cover and light pollution. The darker the sky, the more meteors you will see.
Active Now
No major meteor showers are currently active.
Coming Soon
Lyrids
Known for fast meteors and persistent trains.
Peak Date
April 22
Perseids
One of the most popular and reliable showers.
Peak Date
August 13
Draconids
Unusual shower best seen in the evening.
Peak Date
October 08
Meteor Watching Essentials
Red Light Flashlight
Essential for preserving your night vision while setting up or checking charts. White light ruins dark adaptation for 20+ minutes.
Reclining Chair
Meteor showers require patience. A zero-gravity chair prevents neck strain so you can look straight up comfortably for hours.
Tonight's Sky Context
Moon Phase
New Moon (0%)
Darkness Window
2026-01-19 18:23 → 2026-01-20 05:52