The annual alpha Capricornids, the Southern delta Aquariids and the Perseid meteor showers are all currently active, with each celestial show set to last through mid-August.

The Southern delta Aquariids, as their name suggests, are best viewed from the Southern Hemisphere. This meteor shower is capable of producing up to 25 meteors per hour under ideal conditions, but ...

The Southern delta Aquariids, as their name suggests, are best viewed from the Southern Hemisphere. This meteor shower is capable of producing up to 25 meteors per hour under ideal conditions, but ...

The Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids meteor showers will be at their full glory on the same day in July.

Another good day to see the Perseids is on Wednesday, July 30, because two other meteor showers, alpha Capricornids and Southern delta Aquariids, will be happening at the same time, according to ...

WHAT ABOUT OTHER METEOR SHOWERS? While the Perseids are the highlight of the summer meteor showers, other showers such as the Alpha Capricornids and Delta Aquariids are also active during this period.

When are the Southern delta Aquariids? The Delta Aquariids are a strong meteor shower that kicks off on July 18 through Aug. 12, and they will peak on the night of July 29-30.

However, one of the best days to see the Perseids is on Wednesday, July 30, because two other meteor showers, alpha Capricornids and Southern delta Aquariids, will be happening at the same time ...