In Washington, the Quadrantids are best around 5:49 AM on the night of the peak (January 03, 2027), when the radiant stands about 62° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 71 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 6:19 PM to 6:04 AM, and the moon will be 16% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
5:49 AM
local time
Est. rate
71/h
dark sky
Radiant
62° high
toward ENE
Moon
16%
up
Dark places to watch the Quadrantids 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 Quadrantids in Washington?
Around 5:49 AM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.
Where can I see the Quadrantids in Washington?
Dark, open places such as Crawford State Park Heritage Site, Box Canyon Dam Viewpoint, Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park.