The radiant of the Leonids. Courtesy of EarthSky
The Leonid meteor shower is set to peak this weekend, sending shooting stars dashing across the night sky. The Leonids are well-known for their high-speed meteors, which can travel up to 44 miles per second.November has been full of celestial delights already, with a Beaver supermoon , planetary views of Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars, and two previous meteor showers . This weekend, however, the night skies will be for those hoping to wish upon a star, as the Leonid meteor shower kicks into high gear. Unfortunately, the moon will still be nearly full, making those wishes a bit harder to make.
Leonid Meteor Shower To Dazzle Stargazers With A Celestial Show This Weekend
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