Al-Ula observes June Boötids meteor shower
A meteor shower called the June Boötids (also known as the Alpha Boötids) was observed in the skies of Al-Ula Governorate, reaching its peak on June 27. It is characterized by significant variations in activity from year to year, sometimes producing more than a hundred meteors per hour in exceptional years, while in regular years only a few per hour are visible. The shower is active from June 22 to July 2. It results from Earth's passage through dust particles left by the comet 7P/Pons-Winnecke. The observation conditions in Al-Ula are favorable due to low light pollution and clear skies, although the near-full moon increased sky brightness and affected the visibility of fainter meteors. Efforts to develop astrophotourism in Al-Ula aim to attract enthusiasts, including projects like the "Al-Ula Beacon" Observatory, which will provide facilities for research and scientific engagement in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
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