The Orionid meteor shower is active now and continues until 7 November, with the peak occurring overnight around 21–22 October. Skywatchers see meteors as streaks of light when particles enter Earth’s atmosphere.
Outlets agree the best viewing window is the pre-dawn hours around the peak. Space.com reports the shower peaks on the nights of Oct. 21–22, while also giving guidance on when to look and where in the sky. Mint (India) adds region-specific advice for viewers in India, saying the best chance is before dawn on 22 October, after the moon sets, which can improve visibility by reducing moonlight.
