Catch the Orionid Meteor Shower This Weekend in Edmonton

Orionid Meteor Shower

All weekend long you’ll be able to get a glimpse of the Orionid Meteor Shower will peak between October 20 and 22, make sure you’re looking up at the night sky with the kids. At the peak, there will be up to twenty meteors seen, every hour.

The Orionid meteor shower is 1 of 2 meteor showers created by debris from Comet Halley. The Eta Aquarids in May is the second meteor shower created by debris left by Comet Halley. Halley takes around 76 years to make a complete revolution around the Sun. It will next be visible from Earth in 2061.

Where to watch the Meteor Shower in Edmonton

Across the country, you can get glimpse of the meteor shower  but if you’re searching for the best views – head to the dark sky preserve at Elk Island National Park, or other areas outside of the city that aren’t polluted by light.

To get the best views, you’re going to have to stay up late – or get up very early, with the best views happening at around 1 am. To get the best experience, make sure you allow at least twenty minutes for your eyes to adjust to the darkness.

Find a dark spot, head out and enjoy the show!

 

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