From Eastidahonews · · 1m 20s
Brilliant Fireballs: Meteor Shower to Light Idaho Sky
Northern Taurid meteor shower will bring 'Halloween fireballs' to Idaho skies this week.
In brief
Northern Taurid meteor shower will bring 'Halloween fireballs' to Idaho skies this week. Idaho residents can spot brilliant fireballs from the Northern Taurid meteor shower on Nov 11-12 after midnight. Originally reported by Eastidahonews.
Northern Taurid Meteor Shower
The Northern Taurid meteor shower will bring slow-moving shooting stars and occasional brilliant fireballs to the idaho night sky.
“slow-moving shooting stars and occasional brilliant fireballs”
When to Watch
Sky watchers will spot spectacularly bright shooting stars nicknamed 'halloween fireballs' during the peak on november 11 and 12.
“halloween fireballs”
Peak Dates
The meteor shower peaks on wednesday, november 11, and thursday, november 12 for idaho residents.
“wednesday, november 11”
Best Viewing Time
Viewing occurs after midnight with partly cloudy conditions in treasure valley during peak hours.
“after midnight”
Leonid Meteor Shower
The leonid meteor shower peaks on tuesday, november 17, and wednesday, november 18 with fewer meteors per hour.
“leonid meteor shower”
Stargazing Tips
Lie flat on your back with feet facing east to observe meteors after 30 minutes in darkness.
“lie flat on your back with your feet facing east”
Ideal Locations
High-elevation spots away from city lights offer unobstructed views of the horizon for best stargazing.
“high-elevation spots away from city lights”
Dark Sky Areas
Idaho has a dark sky reserve and three dark sky parks including craters of the moon national monument.
“craters of the moon national monument”
Viewing Conditions
Clear skies and low light pollution are required for optimal viewing of shooting stars.
“clear skies and low light pollution”
The takeaway
Idaho residents can spot brilliant fireballs from the Northern Taurid meteor shower on Nov 11-12 after midnight.
