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Orionid meteor shower peaks overnight October 21–22, 2026
NASA JPL says viewing is best a few hours before dawn, after the bright Moon sets.
TLDR
NASA JPL says the Orionid meteor shower, created by tiny pieces of debris from Halley’s Comet, peaks on the night of October 21–22, 2026. For the best chance to see it, JPL recommends finding a dark location and giving your eyes time to adjust before looking up a few hours before dawn, after the bright Moon sets.
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