Southern Taurid meteor shower peaks on November 4-5
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Get ready for a sky show—the Southern Taurid meteor shower peaks on November 4-5, and this year's display is a rare "swarm year."
That means Earth is passing through a thicker patch of comet dust, so you'll see more bright meteors than usual.
Swarm years only come around every 7-8 years, so it's a great time to catch some shooting stars.
How to watch the meteor shower
For the best experience, head outside after midnight to a dark spot away from city lights.
Look up toward the constellation Taurus—about 40° above it is your sweet spot—and let your eyes adjust for about 30 minutes.
Even with a nearly full Moon, you may see a handful of bright fireballs per hour if conditions are ideal lighting up the sky.