Viewing advice
Visible from both hemispheres. The radiant near Orion rises for most of the inhabited world, which is unusual for a meteor shower.
The best time to see Orionid Meteor Shower in 2027 is October 21-22, 2027. Timing status: Predicted dates.
Halley's Comet returns for an autumn encore.
The Orionids are the second shower each year fed by Halley's Comet. They're fast and often leave glowing trains, best viewed after midnight under a dark sky.
Moon at the peak: last quarter, 56% lit (fair). A half-lit moon dims the fainter meteors while it is up. Best after it sets, or facing the darkest part of the sky.
Why it happens
Where to view it
Best seen far from city lights. Tap a spot to plan a trip around it.
In season during October 21-22, 2027
Natural events whose season is on while this peaks, so one trip could catch both the sky and the ground.
Next time: Orionid Meteor Shower, October 21-22, 2028
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Frequently asked questions
When is Orionid Meteor Shower 2027?
Orionid Meteor Shower 2027: October 21-22, 2027.
When is Orionid Meteor Shower 2028?
Orionid Meteor Shower 2028: October 21-22, 2028.
