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This article highlights major astronomical events to look forward to this century, including the close approach of asteroid Apophis in 2029, the return of Halley's Comet in 2061, potential explosive activity of V Sagittae, and several notable Great Conjunctions of Jupiter and Saturn, with the most significant occurring in 2080, offering exciting opportunities for both amateur and professional astronomers.
The Orionids meteor shower peaks tonight with minimal moonlight, offering a great opportunity for skywatchers to see meteors radiating from Orion, originating from debris of Halley's comet, with the best viewing conditions between midnight and dawn.
The Orionid meteor shower, peaking this week from midnight to dawn, offers a spectacular display of bright, fast meteors and fireballs, best viewed from dark, rural areas away from city lights, with optimal conditions due to the new Moon.
The article highlights past Orionid meteor shower photos from around the world, including Arizona, as the October peak approaches, showcasing meteors created by debris from Halley's Comet streaking across the night sky.
The Orionid meteor shower, originating from Halley's comet, peaks tonight and offers a spectacular display of bright, fast-moving meteors best viewed in dark, clear skies after midnight, especially in areas away from city lights.
The 2025 Orionids meteor shower peaks on the night of October 21-22, coinciding with a New Moon, making it an ideal time for stargazing. Under optimal conditions, viewers could see 10-20 meteors per hour, especially after midnight, from dark, clear skies away from light pollution. The meteors originate from debris left by Halley's Comet and appear to radiate from the constellation Orion. To enjoy the show, find a dark, safe spot, allow your eyes to adjust to the dark, and be patient.
The Orionid meteor shower, originating from debris from Halley's comet, is peaking on October 21 under a moonless sky, offering a spectacular display of up to 20 bright meteors per hour, best observed after midnight by looking towards Orion.
The Orionids meteor shower, produced by debris from Halley's comet, peaks on October 21-22 and offers a great viewing opportunity this year due to a new moon, making it ideal for stargazing from October 2 through November 7.
The Orionid meteor shower peaks on October 20-23, with the best viewing conditions during a new moon, and can be seen from Texas in the early morning hours, weather permitting, with up to 20 meteors per hour visible in dark skies.
The Orionid meteor shower, peaking around 8 p.m. ET on Monday, offers a spectacular display of fast-moving meteors, best viewed in the southern sky during clear nights, coinciding with a new moon for optimal visibility. The shower originates from debris from Halley's comet and may be complemented by the Southern Taurids, with other meteor showers expected in the coming months.
The Orionid meteor shower peaks overnight on October 20-21, offering a spectacular display of 10-20 shooting stars per hour under a moonless sky, with the best viewing in the pre-dawn hours from dark sky locations.
The Orionid meteor shower, originating from Halley's Comet, will be visible over Los Angeles next week, with peak viewing on Monday and Tuesday due to a new moon. Best viewing spots include Malibu Creek State Park, Topanga State Park, Angeles Crest Highway, Anza-Borrego State Park, and Joshua Tree National Park, with the most meteors visible away from light pollution. Patience is key, as the shower can produce 10 to 20 meteors per hour.
The Orionid meteor shower, caused by debris from Halley's comet, will peak with up to 20 meteors per hour during a new moon, offering an excellent stargazing opportunity until November 7, especially after midnight in clear, dark skies.
The Orionid meteor shower, caused by Halley's Comet, will peak on October 20-21, 2025, coinciding with the brightness of two newly discovered comets, Lemmon and SWAN, providing a rare and spectacular night sky event, especially during the new moon with optimal viewing conditions.
The Orionid meteor shower will peak overnight October 20-21, 2025, offering up to 20 meteors per hour under dark, moonless skies, with ideal viewing conditions after midnight when Orion rises high in the southern sky, providing a spectacular display of fast, glowing meteors originating from debris left by Halley's Comet.