Orionids 2008

Please submit your observations using the electronic form, which will get processed directly into a live ZHR profile.

The Orionids produce fast moving meteors linked to the comet 1 P/Halley. It is a middle-sized shower visible between early October and the first week of November. They usually peak around solar length 208° or October 21st with rates up to ZHR ~25. In 2006 and 2007 however, the maximum went up to more than twice this value, with lots of bright meteors. Theoretical simulations show that this enhanced activity is likely to repeat this year. Unfortunately for observers, a waning gibbous moon at last quarter on October 21 significantly disturbs the observations. Nevertheless, given the exceptional activity of the stream, observations are still worthwhile and remain highly appreciated.