In Mississippi, the Ursids are best around 5:24 AM on the night of the peak (December 22, 2026), when the radiant stands about 42° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 7 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 6:24 PM to 5:29 AM, and the moon will be 96% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
5:24 AM
local time
Est. rate
7/h
dark sky
Radiant
42° high
toward NNE
Moon
96%
up
Dark places to watch the Ursids 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 Ursids in Mississippi?
Around 5:24 AM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.