"The Southern Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers peak on the early morning of July 30, producing up to a dozen visible meteors per hour under dark skies."
"The waxing moon will be about a quarter full, providing minimal interference, allowing meteors to appear bright and clear in regions away from city lights."
The Southern Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers will peak on July 30, producing up to a dozen meteors per hour in dark skies. The waxing moon, only a quarter full, will cause minimal interference, enhancing visibility. Both meteor showers begin from debris of specific comets: 96P/Machholz for the Delta Aquariids and 169P/NEAT for the Alpha Capricornids. Optimal viewing occurs in the early predawn hours, away from city lights, with a viewing period extending through August 12.
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