Summary
The Leonids Meteor Shower will be most visible on the night of November 16-17. The meteors are known for being fast and occasionally produce bright fireballs. Viewing is best away from city lights roughly after midnight.
Key Facts
- The Leonids Meteor Shower is active from November 3 to December 2.
- Peak visibility is during the night of November 16-17.
- The meteors appear to come from the constellation Leo.
- Leonids meteors travel at about 44 miles per second.
- They can produce fireballs and long, colorful tails known as "Earth-grazers."
- The last major meteor storm occurred in 2002; a storm every 33 years is typical.
- To watch, find a dark area outdoors, lie back, and look up at the sky.
