National Meteor Watch Day

National Meteor Watch Day is celebrated annually on June 30th. It is a day to appreciate and observe meteors, also known as shooting stars, as they streak across the night sky. Meteors are small fragments of rock or debris from space that burn up upon entering the Earth's atmosphere. When these fragments heat up due to friction with the air, they create a bright streak of light that can be seen from the ground. National Meteor Watch Day is a great opportunity to go stargazing and try to catch a glimpse of a meteor. Many people make a special effort to observe meteors during meteor showers, which are times when there are more meteors than usual. Some popular meteor showers include the Perseids in August and the Geminids in December. Observing meteors can be a fun and educational experience for people of all ages, and National Meteor Watch Day is a great time to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the night sky.