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.

Just the first week into 2025 and we have a meteor spectacle heading our way. The Quadrantid meteor shower, peaking on January 3-4, promises a breathtaking display of celestial fireworks. This event marks the first significant meteor shower of the year, offering a rare opportunity to witness the night sky come alive with shooting stars.

The Quadrantids, the first meteor shower of the New Year, has the potential to be one of the year's best – if the weather cooperates.

The first and one of the most prolific meteor showers of 2025 will peak tonight, bringing super-bright fireballs and regular shooting stars. The Quadrantid meteor shower is not particularly well known,

The Quadrantids might be one of the strongest showers this year, but poor weather could make them difficult to see.

Quadrantid meteor shower — the first of 2025 — is set to peak early on Friday. During that time, the shooing stars won't be overshadowed by moonlight.