Orionids
- The Orionids are one of the most spectacular annual meteor showers, created by debris left behind by Halley’s Comet as Earth passes through its trail.
o - For the best chance of seeing them, find a dark location away from city lights, allow your eyes time to adjust, and look towards a wide area of the sky.
o - No telescope is needed – just patience and clear skies!
- Orioninds Meteor Shower 2026
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– Beginning to ending date: 2nd October to 7th November
– Peak Date: 21st October
– Rating: Strong
– Zenith Hourly Rate (ZHR): around 20 per hour
– Radiant Position: RA: 06h 24m / DEC: +15°
– Degrees: 096º (Face: East)
– Comet: Comet 1P/Halley
– Note: Fast meteors, many with trains / Good in 2006.
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