Meteor shower · November 12, 2026
Northern Taurid meteor shower peak
The second branch of the Taurid complex peaks
The northern branch of the Taurid complex peaks; together with the Southern Taurids, fireball counts rise in early November.
| Type | Meteor shower |
|---|---|
| Date | November 12, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC |
| Visibility window | October 20, 2026 – December 10, 2026 |
| Status | scheduled |
| Source | 2P/Encke |
| Speed | 29 km/s |
| At peak | ~5 meteors/h |
| Radiant | Taurus |
| Active | 20 Oct – 10 Dec |
| Bodies involved | 2P/Encke, Earth |
| Source | IMO |