As July 2025 comes to a close, night sky observers can be treated to not one, but two meteor showers peaking at the same time.
From the evening of July 29, 2025 into the early hours of July 30, 2025 the Southern Delta Aquariids and the Alpha Capricornids are expected to produce dozens of stunning meteors per hour. The moon will only be 27 percent full, making the meteors visible. Here’s what you need to know to witness both of these celestial events at the same time.
The Southern Delta Aquariids meteors are usually faint and don’t have fireballs or trains. They can be difficult to see if the moon is nearly full or if you’re near light pollution. Thankfully, the moon won’t be as bright during the peak.
The best place to observe the Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower is in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly in its southernmost regions. ...
