✦ Orionids from London
Orionids in London
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The Orionids meteor shower peaks from London around Oct 21, with up to 20 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. In 2026 a bright moon will hide most meteors except the brightest, and the radiant in Orion is best viewed after midnight. Local best viewing window: 2026-10-21 23:00:00 to 2026-10-22 04:00:00. Tonight: perfect for sky watching.
2026 Conditions in London
Peak Night
Oct 21
Max Meteors/Hour
20
Moon
🌔 Poor
Best Viewing
2026-10-21 23:00:00 — 2026-10-22 04:00:00
Tonight's Weather in London
How to Watch from London
- Find a dark spot away from city lights — parks, hilltops, or rooftops work well
- Lie on your back and look straight up — no telescope needed
- Give your eyes 20 minutes to adapt to the dark
- Best viewing is usually after midnight when Orion is highest