Orionid Meteor Shower will peak this evening with up to 20 shooting stars every HOUR – here’s the best time to see the celestial display.
Orionid Meteor Shower will peak this evening with up to 20 shooting stars every HOUR – here’s the best time to see the celestial display.
The most reliable meteor shower of the year is almost upon us – and you won’t want to miss it.
The Orionid Meteor Shower will reach its dazzling peak tonight with up to 20 shooting stars every hour.
This shower is famous for fast meteors with glittering wakes known as ‘trains’ that sometimes linger for minutes.
Lucky stargazers may even be able to spot a rare ‘fireball’ event, as some meteors in the Orionids can explode with spectacular bursts as they hit the atmosphere.
The best time to watch the shower will be between midnight and dawn this evening, but meteors should be visible any time after dark.
With the moon entering the new moon phase, budding astronomers are guaranteed dark skies and great conditions to spot shooting stars.
And the good news is that you won’t need any binoculars, telescopes or other special equipment to spot autumn’s best meteor shower.
So, here’s how you can get the best view of tonight’s celestial display.
