Don't Miss the Spectacular Outburst of the Rare Andromedids Meteor Shower Tonight

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The Andromedids, a "lost" meteor shower, may return as a meteor storm on the evening of December 2, 2023. Astronomers predict that this year could see as many as 200 meteors per hour, surpassing the Geminids. The peak will be visible in the UK and US, with excellent observing conditions for about 90 minutes. The meteors are likely to be slow and faint, so dark sky sites are recommended. The Andromedids are associated with the disintegration of Comet 3D/Biela, which was observed in two pieces in 1846 and has since been classified as a "lost comet."
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