Meteor shower – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Makarov Konstantin
In Central Florida, the 2023 Orionid meteor shower was visible between Saturday night and Sunday early morning.
There was no better place to be than outside, not just in the afternoon but also overnight, as the weekend forecast called for clear skies.
Right about midnight offered the best chances to see this display of cometary debris in flight, with generally clear skies for an almost unrestricted view.
That evening, a waxing crescent moon was visible, adding a little bit of extra light to the shining night sky.
According to Earth Sky, Halley’s Comet, which orbits the sun every 76 years, is where the Orionids originate. The Orionids are made of the debris the comet left behind.
The maximal meteor output during the shower was between 10 and 20 per hour. The Orionids periodically break away from steadfast trains and occasionally launch brilliant fireballs.
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower, which is visible in early May, was also produced by the comet.
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Chris began his writing as a hobby while attending Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida. Today he and his wife live in the Orlando area with their three children and dog.
