How to See the Orionid Meteor Shower and Other Upcoming Astronomical Events
The Orionid meteor shower is currently active, with peak viewing conditions expected in the US between dusk on October 21 and dawn on October 22. The article also highlights upcoming astronomical events, including Saturn's opposition and the observation of a unique geometric structure on the planet's south pole.
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Orionid Meteor Shower
The Orionid meteor shower will be ongoing until November 7, but in the US, the best time for viewing is between dusk on October 21 and dawn on October 22. During this time, you may see up to 20 meteors per hour. That’s in dark skies. The moon will be approximately three-quarters full at this time, which may obscure some of the shooting stars. The best time for viewing is therefore in the early morning between when the moon sets and the sun rises for peak darkness.
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