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The swarm ofshooting Stars des delta-Aquarides nord is active from July 15 to August 25. Just like the iota-Aquarids, its strange name comes from the constellation of Aquarius, Aquarius in Latin.
This swarm is part of a complex set of radiants located in the constellation of Aquarius, active in July and August. The first sightings date back to 1879, but it was not until 1950 that its existence was confirmed.
To observe the northern delta-Aquarids, it will be necessary to look in the direction of the constellation of Aquarius, above the southern horizon, around 3:00 UT. The hourly rate will be four. Meteors will be faint. However the absence of the Moon will only be beneficial.