Leonid meteor shower will peak this weekend
The peak of the Leonid meteor shower, an annual mid-November event will be visible both Saturday and Sunday nights, according to EarthSky magazine. Unfortunately, the full moon (known as the "Beaver" moon) comes Sunday, which will wash out all but the very brightest meteors from view.
At its peak, you'll probably be able to see about 10-15 meteors each hour. The best viewing time is typically between midnight and dawn, but according to Universe Today, the peak time is expected at about 5 a.m. ET Sunday.
The Leonids appear to be coming from the constellation Leo the Lion (hence their name) in the east, but they should be visible all the way across the sky.
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