As one meteor shower comes to an end in Australia's skies this week, another is just beginning.

The Leonid meteor shower will kick off this Thursday, November 6, right before the Orionid meteor shower concludes on Friday, November 7.

The Orionids ran for most of October, but those who missed out on seeing the shooting stars it produced have another chance this month as the Leonids light up our horizons. Here's everything you need to know about the Leonid meteor shower, including how to see it yourself.

Can you see the Leonid meteor shower in Australia?

Yes.

The Leonid meteor shower is visible from both hemispheres and will be visible from all Australian capital cities.

What is the Leonid meteor shower?

The Leonid meteor shower is an annual celestial event which takes place

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