When will the first meteor shower of 2024 be and where to see it in Argentina?

Approaching First meteor shower in 2024one of the most anticipated events for astronomy fans.

This event will mark the beginning of a year that will witness many amazing astronomical phenomena.

the Quadrantid meteor shower Its activity began in the last days of December, but will peak at the beginning of next year.

This is one of the Meteor showers The most intense of the year, with up to 120 meteors per hour.

Unlike other meteor showers, the Quadrantids are short in duration and their peak intensity is concentrated in a short period of time, usually a few hours.

the First Quadrantid meteor shower in 2024 can be seen between January 1 and 5 It will be active until Friday the 12th.

However, it will have Peak intensity During the night Wednesday 3 and the first hours of Thursday 4.

At the present time, conditions appear to be favorable for observing this phenomenon.

according to National Geographiche The best time to see the Quadrantid meteor shower In the Early in the morning And before dawn.

Moreover, it is stated that it is necessary to find A dark place far from the city lights.

Beside Avoid looking at cell phones and electronic devices for a better experience.

Unlike other astronomical events, for this No telescope or binoculars needed. The most important thing is to be patient and pay attention to observing the sky.

he Peak intensity of meteor shower It will be during the last quarter phase of the moon, i.e. 46% brightness.

this Meteor shower It will be best seen in the Northern Hemisphere. Although since then Argentinain the Southern Hemisphere, they can also be observed partially and with less intensity, since the radiation will be lower.

The chances of seeing this phenomenon increase if the sky is clear and there is little cloud cover.

he Astronomical calendar 2024 He reviewed some of the phenomena that will occur next year, from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers.

• March 25: Penumbral lunar eclipse, which will be seen throughout the American continent.
• April 8: A total solar eclipse lasts 4 minutes and will be visible in North America only. Its transmission will begin in the South Pacific Ocean and will cross Mexico, the United States and Canada.

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