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The Leonid meteor shower will reach its peak this weekend, coinciding with a supermoon. Although the Leonid meteor rate is typically lower than other showers, it is known for its fast-moving meteors that create bright, colorful trails. Observers can expect to see about 15 meteors per hour during the peak from Sunday night into early Monday.
The Leonid meteor shower, known for its spectacular displays every 33 years, may offer a surprise show this week. While 2024 is expected to be a quieter year with a peak of 15-20 meteors per hour on November 17th, Earth might encounter older meteor streams from comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle, potentially increasing activity. Observers should watch on November 14th and 19/20th for possible outbursts, though a waxing gibbous moon may hinder visibility. The Leonids are famous for past meteor storms, including a record ZHR of 150,000 per hour in 1966.
The Leonid meteor shower will peak on November 17-18, 2024, potentially displaying up to 15 meteors per hour, though a bright waning gibbous moon may hinder visibility. The shower, caused by debris from Comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle, occasionally results in meteor storms, but such an event is not expected this year. The best viewing is in dark skies, though the moon's light will be a challenge.