Viewing the Double Meteor Shower Very Early Wednesday Morning

The best time to view the meteor shower on July 29 from Thetis Island is after midnight and before dawn, with the peak viewing hours likely being around 3:00 a.m. local time.

This is because the radiant points of the Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids (the constellations of Pisces, Aquarius, and Capricorn) will be highest in the sky.

Since Thetis Island is in the northern hemisphere, these constellations will be visible low on the southern horizon, meaning the farther south in North America you are, the better the view will be. A clear, dark sky with minimal light pollution is also crucial for optimal viewing. 

Allow 15 minutes for your eyes to adjust to low light.

Jeannine Caldbeck