In Washington, the Alpha Capricornids are best around 1:10 AM on the night of the peak (July 30, 2027), when the radiant stands about 32° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 3 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 11:10 PM to 3:21 AM, and the moon will be 13% lit and below the horizon at the best time.
Best time
1:10 AM
local time
Est. rate
3/h
dark sky
Radiant
32° high
toward S
Moon
13%
down
Dark places to watch the Alpha Capricornids in Washington
| Location | Type | Est. Bortle |
|---|---|---|
| Crawford State Park Heritage Site | State Park | 1 |
| Box Canyon Dam Viewpoint | Scenic Viewpoint | 1 |
| Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Palouse Falls State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Alta Lake State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Conconully State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Steamboat Rock State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Bridgeport State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Pearrygin Lake State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Fields Spring State Park | State Park | 2 |
FAQ
What time should I watch the Alpha Capricornids in Washington?
Around 1:10 AM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.
Where can I see the Alpha Capricornids in Washington?
Dark, open places such as Crawford State Park Heritage Site, Box Canyon Dam Viewpoint, Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park.