A Puppid-Velid meteor shower it reaches its peak on Sunday night (7), but should remain visible in Brazil during the first fortnight of December.
Unlike other showers, the Pupidas-Velidas has some different radiants – points in the sky from where the meteors appear to originate –, but they all tend to be concentrated near the constellations of Popa and Vela in the sky.
The maximum activity rate allows you to observe up to 10 meteors per hour, depending on the weather, of course.
Learn how to observe the Puppid-Velid meteor shower
The best time to try to observe Puppid-Velids is at Sunday night (7) and early Monday morning (8). Rain will be visible in the night sky from 9pm on Sundayalready southeast directionbetween the constellations of Popa and Vela.
Normally, these phenomena do not require any equipment such as a telescope or binoculars to be observed, but meteor showers need to be seen in very dark places, away from city lights and with a clear horizon. Even the light of the full Moon can hinder viewing.
Tips for better observing a meteor shower
According to the Time And Date portal, all you need is a clear, cloudless sky and a lot of patience. In addition, of course, to knowing if you are looking at the right place in the sky — the website’s interactive map can help with that.
- Find a secluded viewing spot away from city lights. Once there, your eyes may take 15 to 20 minutes to adjust to the dark.
- Take a blanket if it is cold there or a comfortable chair with you, as meteor watching involves waiting time.
- Once you’ve found your observation spot, lie down on the ground and look up at the sky. An interactive map should help you find the direction of the radiant. The higher the radiant is above the horizon line, the more meteors you are likely to see.
- Meteor showers usually originate at the point where the radiant is located, but they can be seen anywhere in the sky.
Check out and follow the phenomenon in the night sky.
