In Mississippi, the Draconids are best around 7:58 PM on the night of the peak (October 08, 2027), when the radiant stands about 55° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 8 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 7:58 PM to 5:35 AM, and the moon will be 55% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
7:58 PM
local time
Est. rate
8/h
dark sky
Radiant
55° high
toward NW
Moon
55%
up
Dark places to watch the Draconids in Mississippi
| Location | Type | Est. Bortle |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes County State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Great River Road State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Nanih Waiya | State Park | 2 |
| Grand Gulf Military State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Porterville Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Quitman Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Bywy Overlook | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Tishomingo State Park | State Park | 3 |
| George P. Cossar State Park | State Park | 3 |
| Noxubee Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
FAQ
What time should I watch the Draconids in Mississippi?
Around 7:58 PM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.