The Orionid meteor shower, which is due to peak in a matter of days, is the second shower of the year caused as Earth passes through the densest part of debris from Halley's comet.
This year, the Orionid meteor shower is set to peak between Monday, Oct. 20 and Tuesday, Oct. 21, according to the Planetary Society.
The best time to see meteors are typically between midnight and pre-dawn hours. Visit the website TimeAndDate.com to find the best times and viewing directions for your location.
Named the “Orionids”, this meteor shower can be observed in the eastern sky. It will become visible after 11:00 p.m., with the best viewing time expected between 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
During this period, observers may be able to see 20 to 30 meteors per hour, offering a stunning celestial display for sky watchers across the country.
