In Washington, the Draconids are best around 8:19 PM on the night of the peak (October 08, 2027), when the radiant stands about 63° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 9 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 8:19 PM to 5:34 AM, and the moon will be 56% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
8:19 PM
local time
Est. rate
9/h
dark sky
Radiant
63° high
toward WNW
Moon
56%
up
Dark places to watch the Draconids 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 Draconids in Washington?
Around 8:19 PM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.
Where can I see the Draconids in Washington?
Dark, open places such as Crawford State Park Heritage Site, Box Canyon Dam Viewpoint, Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park.