snoop1130 Posted October 21, 2020 Share Posted October 21, 2020 Stargazers delight as Orionid meteor shower hits peak By The Phuket News During the peak period it may be possible to see 20 shooting stars per hour. Photo: AFP PHUKET:-- Stargazing fanatics in Phuket will be able to witness the wonder of the Orionid meteor shower at its peak later this evening (Oct 21). Whereas the meteor shower is visible from Oct 2 to Nov 7, it will hit its peak around 11pm this evening and run until an hour or so before dawn, explained Mr Suphalerk Kharuhanon, Head of the Academic Service Department, National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT). During this peak period it may be possible to see 20 shooting stars per hour, Mr Suphalerk confirmed. Full Story: https://www.thephuketnews.com/stargazers-delight-as-orionid-meteor-shower-hits-peak-77712.php -- © Copyright Phuket News 2020-10-21 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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