Orionids 2025
Orionids peaks on Tuesday, October 21 2025, with up to 20 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Orion.
Peak
Tuesday
October 21, 2025 at 05:00 AM PDT
Peak times can shift ±1 day from year to year. Check closer to the date for the latest IMO forecast.
Moon at peak
0%
Excellent — moon is dim or absent
The moon is dim or absent during peak — ideal conditions for catching faint meteors. Plan a long observing session.
Shower facts
Activity period
Oct 2 → Nov 7
Radiant
Orion
Peak ZHR
20 /h
Velocity
66 km/s
Best hemisphere
Both hemispheres
Parent body
Comet 1P/Halley
Other years for Orionids