News Remarkable Video Shows an Unusually Large Meteor Lighting Up the Sky in Norway The meteor was only visible for about five seconds. By Jessica Poitevien Jessica Poitevien Instagram Website Jessica Poitevien is a freelance travel writer currently based in South Florida but eagerly awaiting her next adventure. Her favorite topics are food, travel, and culture, but she'll write about almost anything that piques her curiosity. Jessica is a regular contributing writer for Travel + Leisure but also has bylines in Condé Nast Traveler, Business Insider, Fodor's Travel, and more. When she's not traveling or writing, you can find Jessica stoking the flames of her other obsessions: baking shows, talking to strangers, and exploring nature. * 9+ years of experience in writing, editing, and content creation * 3 years spent living and working abroad (Spain and Colombia) Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on July 27, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Norwegian Meteor Network In a burst of light that only lasted a few seconds, an unusually large meteor made an appearance over large swaths of southern Scandinavia on Sunday, July 25. Experts say the meteor illuminated the sky over Norway, while other witnesses reported hearing a loud roaring sound just moments after the flash. According to the Associated Press, the Norwegian Meteor Network analyzed several videos of the incident and determined that the meteor first became visible about 55 miles north of the capital, Oslo. The meteor continued its trajectory, heading southwest before eventually breaking up into several flashes of light. "The meteor appeared at 1:08 a.m. on the night of July 25 and was visible for approximately five seconds," the network said, according to the AP. A Twitter thread was also posted to the network's account with videos showing the meteor's grand entrance. It's not uncommon to see meteors and other space rocks light up the night sky above Norway, so the Norwegian Meteor Network has cameras constantly monitoring the area. After the latest meteor sighting, data suggests that it may have landed in a forested area not too far from Oslo, therefore changing the classification from meteor to meteorite. If you don't live in Norway and missed all the action of this meteor's appearance, there's still time to catch the annual Perseid meteor shower, which NASA describes as "the best meteor shower of the year." The Perseid meteor shower already began on July 14 and will last through Aug. 24, with the peak viewing times happening in mid-August. Check this guide for everything you need to know about catching a glimpse of this astronomical wonder. Jessica Poitevien is a Travel + Leisure contributor currently based in South Florida, but she's always on the lookout for her next adventure. Besides traveling, she loves baking, talking to strangers, and taking long walks on the beach. Follow her adventures on Instagram. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit