In Arizona, the Quadrantids are best around 5:57 AM on the night of the peak (January 03, 2027), when the radiant stands about 54° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 65 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 6:57 PM to 6:03 AM, and the moon will be 16% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
5:57 AM
local time
Est. rate
65/h
dark sky
Radiant
54° high
toward NE
Moon
16%
up
Dark places to watch the Quadrantids 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 Quadrantids in Arizona?
Around 5:57 AM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.
Where can I see the Quadrantids in Arizona?
Dark, open places such as Grand Canyon National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Chiricahua National Monument.