2006-11-18 14:45:01 · 4 answers · asked by Remain 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
The Leonid meteor shower is predicted to peak at around 4:45-5UT on the 19th with a rate of about 100 to 150 meteors per hour. This translates to about 10:45 to 11pm on the 18th in Kansas I think. Unfortunately, the Leonid radiant (the point from which the Leonids appear to originate) is the constellation Leo -- which, in Kansas, does not rise until AFTER the peak.
But you will still be able to see some meteors after the radiant rises -- you just won't be able to witness the predicted maximum. So if you have clear skies, go for it!
2006-11-18 15:03:25 · answer #1 · answered by VVhimsy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hello John,
VVhimsy has given fine answer. I would like to add that you can try your luck after midnight. You will definately be rewarded with a few shooting stars. The frequency will increase as day break approaches. By then you eyes would have got adjusted to the dark skies and you will be able to see even the faintest of the meteors. At times, some meteors can be very bright and leave a long trail, which will be visible for a few seconds, sometimes 1-2 minutes. We call these bright meteors - fireballs.
Best wishes and happy viewing.
2006-11-19 02:04:41 · answer #2 · answered by Manoj P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is supposed to happen starting 11:45pm EST so you do the math with the time zones. You should be able to see it.
2006-11-18 22:52:49 · answer #3 · answered by T L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Between 11pm and midnight. Your time
2006-11-18 22:52:30 · answer #4 · answered by Papa John 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋