Until November 7, 2024, a meteor shower can be seen in the French sky. These are the Orionids, which are meteorites that pass through the Orion constellation every year. We look up at the sky and admire the spectacle, if we leave the weather alone!
Great period for amateurs astronomy ! Between the comet of the century, the northern lights and a beautiful supermoon, here's a A new shower of stars It passes through our sky. Every year it rains Meteors Give us the joy of passing through the Earth's atmosphere, October offers us this Orionidesvisible from From October 2 to November 7, 2024It is expected to reach its peak October 21. If this year's rainy weather isn't doing us any favors for observing the skies, the calmer weather can give us hope for a beautiful sight!
Far from the hundreds of Perseid meteors or even the sixty Geminid meteors, this rain that passes through… Orion constellation (which poses a hunter with his arrow) produces approx 20 per hour All the same! Unfortunately, the Moon is still almost full, located in the constellation Taurus next to the constellation of interest. But they can be seen with the naked eye even outside the radiation, with a little luck.
Just in case, you'll have to look up towards itThe bright star Betelgeuseafter midnight, is the appropriate time for the constellation to appear clearly in the southeastern direction. Because of ice and dust from Comet 1P/HalleyLike Eta Aquarians, they are known for their speed, and for leaving behind beautiful trails of light, or even fireballs!
Obviously, with Light pollution Cities even at night, it is recommended to be In the countryside Or to the top to see the meteors clearly. Above all, don't forget that make a wish !
The best spots to enjoy shooting stars in Paris and Ile-de-France
Many snowy nights mark the year. These stars can be admired if the weather permits, in places where there is less pollution. But where can you find these rare gems in Paris and Ile-de-France? [Lire la suite]
The best spots to enjoy shooting stars in Paris and Ile-de-France
