A bright Eta Aquariid meteor photobombed this photo of comet C/2020 F8 (SWAN) in May 2020.
Jonti Horner
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks each year in early May, but this year it should be particularly good, thanks to dark skies and extra activity.
Geoffrey Wyatt
In 2024 we will see meteor showers, Saturn disappearing behind the Moon, and – if we’re lucky – a comet bright enough to see with the naked eye.
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The Geminids meteor shower this year promises to be extra special as the peak of the falls at New Moon.
Greg Price
The green glow of an aurora is caused by oxygen ions in the upper atmosphere. Some meteors can glow in this way, too, but only if they are extremely fast.