In Arizona, the Draconids are best around 7:27 PM on the night of the peak (October 08, 2027), when the radiant stands about 56° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 8 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 7:27 PM to 5:03 AM, and the moon will be 56% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
7:27 PM
local time
Est. rate
8/h
dark sky
Radiant
56° high
toward NW
Moon
56%
up
Dark places to watch the Draconids in Arizona
| Location | Type | Est. Bortle |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | Dark Sky Place | 1 |
| Petrified Forest National Park | Dark Sky Place | 1 |
| Chiricahua National Monument | Dark Sky Place | 1 |
| Pipe Spring National Monument | Dark Sky Place | 2 |
| Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians | Dark Sky Place | 2 |
| Grand Canyon–Parashant National Monument | Dark Sky Place | 2 |
| Flagstaff Area National Monuments | Dark Sky Place | 2 |
| Kartchner Caverns State Park | Dark Sky Place | 3 |
| Tumacácori National Historical Park | Dark Sky Place | 3 |
| Tonto National Monument | Dark Sky Place | 3 |
FAQ
What time should I watch the Draconids in Arizona?
Around 7:27 PM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.
Where can I see the Draconids in Arizona?
Dark, open places such as Grand Canyon National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Chiricahua National Monument.