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THE LEONID 2022 SHOW IS HAPPENING NOW!
The peak of the Leonid Meteor Shower occurred on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 17, leading to the early morning of Friday, Nov. 18, 2022.
Last Updated on November 19, 2024 by Daily News Staff
Watch the Leonids
The peak of the Leonid Meteor Shower occurred on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 17, leading to the early morning of Friday, Nov. 18, 2022.
Skywatchers who were willing enough to brave the cold temps had the chance to see good amount of streaky fireballs overnight.
It is not too late to catch the show… you still should be able to catch the remnants of shower, which actually run this year from November 6, to November 30.
https://www.space.com/leonid-meteor-shower-peaks-tonight-november-17-2022
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