While most meteor showers originate from comets, the Quadrantids come from asteroid 2003 EH1 — a small asteroid that was discovered on March 6, 2003. The Quadrantids are also known for their bright fireball meteors, with larger explosions of light and color that can last longer than an average meteor streak, according to NASA.

January 2025 offers a series of spectacular celestial events for stargazers. The month kicks off with the Quadrantid meteor shower, peaking on January 2nd and 3rd, offering a dazzling display of meteors if clear skies.

The new year starts off with a meteor shower before January's moon cycle begins. Here's what you need to know.

The Quadrantid meteor shower is one of the strongest, and quickest, meteor showers of the year. Here’s what you need to know to observe it during peak activity.

They come around every year like clockwork and that means planning shooting star trips can be done months in advance. Here's a look at what's happening when, and how you can watch. The New Year kicks off with Quadrantids,

The best time to watch a meteor shower is in the early predawn hours, when the moon is low in the sky. Competing sources of light — such as a bright moon or artificial glow — are the main obstacles to a clear view of meteors. Cloudless nights when the moon wanes smallest are optimal viewing opportunities.

Stargazers across Britain are set to witness one of space's most spectacular displays tonight as the Quadrantid meteor shower reaches its peak. The celestial event could deliver up to 120 meteors per hour,

The wind remains persistent through this weekend. However, each day it decreases a bit. Wind damage and outages were found across New England from Thursday’s winds of 50-60 mph in some spots. In fact,

EXCLUSIVE: The Quadrantids are known for their bright fireball meteors, which can appear blue due to their high velocity and the presence of certain elements such as magnesium and iron.