Final Meteor Show of 2023: Ursids Peak Over Syria Tonight

Look up tonight. The Ursid meteor shower will reach its peak, offering a celestial display for viewers in Syria and across the northern hemisphere. This event is the last major meteor shower of the year. It occurs annually as Earth passes through debris left by Comet 8P/Tuttle. Nabil al-Beesh, an advisor with the Syrian Astronomical Society, provided details. He classifies the Ursids as a moderate-to-light shower. For the best view, find a dark location away from city lights after midnight. No special equipment is needed.