# Epsilon Perseids meteor shower 2026 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/epsilon-perseids-meteor-shower-2026 > Updated: 2026-09-09T06:49:48.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. The epsilon Perseids meteor shower is expected to be active from September 5 to September 21, 2026. These meteors enter the atmosphere at speeds of approximately 64–65 km/s, with a radiant point located in the constellation Perseus. Unlike the August Perseids, the parent body for this shower has not been definitively identified, though orbital calculations suggest an undiscovered comet in a long-period, retrograde orbit. As the shower reaches its peak during the night of September 9 to September 10, 2026, observers anticipate favorable viewing conditions. While the Rozhen National Astronomical Observatory previously suggested activity could reach approximately 8 meteors per hour, the American Meteor Society and the International Meteor Organization expect approximately one meteor per hour under ideal conditions. Viewing conditions are aided by a new moon on September 11, which will provide minimal moonlight interference. Peak activity is anticipated around 21:00 Bulgarian time, though experts recommend optimal viewing after midnight once the Perseus constellation rises higher in the sky. Observers are advised to find locations with minimal light pollution and a wide view of the sky, noting that no telescopes or binoculars are required to see the brief, bright light trails. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Epsilon Perseids meteor shower peaks September 9-10 The epsilon perseids meteor shower peaks on the night of September 9-10, 2026, offering good viewing conditions due to minimal moonlight. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/epsilon-perseids-meteor-shower-peaks-september-9 ### 2026-09-02: Epsilon Perseids meteor shower to peak in September 2026 The epsilon Perseids meteor shower will peak on September 9, 2026. These fast-moving meteors originate from an unidentified comet and will be visible to the naked eye under dark skies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/epsilon-perseids-meteor-shower-to-peak-in-september-2026 --- Cite as: Epsilon Perseids meteor shower 2026. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/epsilon-perseids-meteor-shower-2026