Orionids: Debris from Halley’s Comet

The Orionids peak every October, lighting up the sky with swift meteors.
They come from the famous Halley’s Comet, which also produces the Eta Aquariids.
Orionids appear to radiate from the constellation Orion the Hunter.
At their peak, observers can see 20–30 meteors per hour under dark skies.
Orionid meteors are fast, entering the atmosphere at about 41 miles per second.
Many Orionids leave glowing trails or even bright fireballs.
The shower has been observed for over 2,000 years, noted by ancient civilizations.
They’re visible from both hemispheres, though best viewed in the pre-dawn hours.
The activity period lasts weeks, but the peak is around October 20–22.
Watching the Orionids is like seeing pieces of Halley’s Comet burn up in Earth’s sky.