Orionid meteor shower 2026: Date, peak time and how to watch one of the year's most beautiful meteor showers
Orionids meteor shower peaks in mid-October and is known for bright meteors visible in the night sky. The meteors originate from comet 1P/Halley, which sheds debris when it approaches the Sun. Observers are advised to find dark locations away from city lights to view the meteors effectively.
The radiant for this shower is located just north of Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion.
Synopsis Orionids meteor shower peaks in mid-October and is known for bright meteors visible in the night sky. The meteors originate from comet 1P/Halley, which sheds debris when it approaches the Sun. Observers are advised to find dark locations awa... [5232 chars]
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