Astronomy

Meteors will light the winter sky

To be visible, a meteor must be within about 120 miles (200 kilometers) of an observer. Meteors become visible at an average height of 55 miles (90 km). Nearly all burn up before they reach an ...
The Courier-Journal

When does the Orionid meteor shower peak? What to know about October astronomy event.

The Orionid meteor shower is expected to peak on the night of Tuesday, October 21. This meteor shower is caused by debris from Halley's Comet burning up in Earth's atmosphere. At its peak, ...
Vail Daily

Coloradans who brave November’s chilly nights can witness 4 meteor showers this month

Coloradans willing to bundle up beneath the stars this month will have the chance to enjoy four meteor showers. While the nights in the mountains are growing colder, Colorado astronomy guide Mark ...