✦ Southern Delta Aquariids from Cape Town
Southern Delta Aquariids in Cape Town
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The Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower peaks from Cape Town around Jul 29-30, with up to 25 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. In 2026 a bright moon will hide most meteors except the brightest, and the radiant in Aquarius is best viewed after midnight. Local best viewing window: 2026-07-30 23:00:00 to 2026-07-31 04:00:00. Tonight: limited visibility, try another location.
2026 Conditions in Cape Town
Peak Night
Jul 29-30
Max Meteors/Hour
25
Moon
🌕 Poor
Best Viewing
2026-07-30 23:00:00 — 2026-07-31 04:00:00
Tonight's Weather in Cape Town
How to Watch from Cape Town
- Find a dark spot away from city lights — parks, hilltops, or rooftops work well
- Lie on your back and look straight up — no telescope needed
- Give your eyes 20 minutes to adapt to the dark
- Best viewing is usually after midnight when Aquarius is highest