Tag: night sky viewing
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What to Expect as the Leonid Meteor Shower Peaks Next Week
Overview: The Leonid Meteor Shower Returns The Leonid meteor shower is one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the year. While it arrives every November, the peak can be spectacular, delivering bright streaks across the night sky. This year, observers in North America can expect the shower to reach its maximum activity on Tuesday…
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When to Expect the Taurid Meteor Shower Fireballs This Week
What is the Taurid meteor shower? The Taurids are a long-running meteor stream that lights up the late autumn skies. Unlike some brief meteor showers, the Taurids can stretch over several weeks, offering multiple chances to spot bright meteors, or fireballs, as debris from Comet 2P/Encke graces Earth’s atmosphere. In good conditions, observers may see…