Shooting stars set to streak across Singapore sky on July 29, 30
The annual Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower is expected to peak on July 29 and 30, offering observers in Singapore a chance to see up to 25 meteors per hour. The Science Centre Observatory recommends viewing from dark, open areas between 2 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. for the best experience.
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SINGAPORE: Look up at the night skies on July 29 and 30, and you might just catch a glimpse of shooting stars streaking across Singapore.
The Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower is set to make its annual appearance and peak on those two days, said the Science Centre Observatory in a July 27 statement.
Under ideal viewing conditions, observers can see up to 25 meteors per hour, though actual numbers here are usually lower due to light pollution and weather conditions. As the shower’s peak coincides with the full moon on July 29, some meteors may be obscured by the moon’s brightness.
The ideal time catch the meteor shower here is between 2am and 5.30am, if skies are clear, the observatory said. The best views are expected from dark, open areas such as parks, beaches or reservoirs.
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