Ursid meteor shower London: Will it be visible in the capital?

Londoners will be able to see another meteor shower across the capital’s skies early next week as the Ursid display peaks across our skies.

The Ursid meteors will be the last shower of the year following the recent Geminid display which peaked over the weekend.

City locals hoping to catch the display can expect to see a sparse shower with it having previously only produced around ten meteors per hour at its peak.

Here’s everything Londoners wanting to watch the 2024 Ursid meteor shower in the capital need to know.

When will the 2024 Ursid meteor shower be visible in London?

The shower will be visible in the city’s skies from tomorrow (December 17) up until December 26. However it will be at its peak early next, specifically in the early hours of Monday (December 23).

What time will the 2024 Ursid meteor shower be visible in London?

The peak of the meteor shower will become visible from Sunday mid evening. But the best time to watch it will be in the early hours of Monday.

Where to watch the 2024 Ursid meteor shower in London

Those hoping to get a glimpse of the meteor shower in the capital won’t have to worry about getting a telescope, as it will be visible to the naked eye. However, both weather and light pollution could end up obstructing the lunar spectacle.

While London is one of the most light-polluted spots in the country, it’s still possible to stargaze. City dwellers may be able to catch a glimpse of the partial lunar eclipse if they head to a higher vantage point, such as a rooftop or even a local park.

There are a number of spots throughout London in which locals and visitors may be able to see the shower. One of the most renowned spots is Morden Hall Park in South London, but Primrose Hill and Greenwich Park could also offer clear views.

London weather forecast for 2024 Ursid meteor shower

According to the Met Office, the skies are set to be cloudy during the meteor shower peak in the capital across Sunday evening and Monday morning.

But despite the expected clouds, there may still be moments throughout the evening and early hours in which the shower is visible.

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