A Meteor Shower Is Lighting Up The Skies In SG For 2 Nights – Here’s Where & When To Catch It

Orionid meteor shower in Singapore

Singapore’s skies haven’t been at their clearest this year, but if the haze lets up, you’ll get a rare chance to look up. Between 21st and 22nd October 2026, the Orionid meteor shower will light up the skies in Singapore, and you’ll be able to spot it without any special gear, provided the hazy skies clear. If you missed out on the other astronomical events this year, this is your chance to sit back and let the universe do its thing.

What is an Orionid meteor shower?

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In layman’s terms, meteors are space debris zooming into our atmosphere at full speed – when they burn up, they put on a bright streaky light show in the sky.

The Orionid meteor shower is caused by debris left behind by Halley’s Comet, and tends to streak out from a spot near the Orion the Hunter constellation – hence the name. This meteor shower is in a league of its own – known for being bright, fast, and scenic, putting on a show that can be enjoyed with the naked eye.

Occasionally, you might even catch a fireball, a particularly bright meteor that explodes as it burns up during this occurrence.

When can we see the Orionid meteor shower in Singapore?

The Orionid meteor shower occurs every October, but your chances of catching it are the highest between 21st and 22nd October 2026 past midnight, especially around 2am. If the skies are clear, you could even see up to 20 shooting stars an hour.

Coincidentally, this year’s meteor shower coincides with a full moon on 25th to 26th October; the brightness of the moon might result in lower visibility of the meteors.

Where to spot the Orionid meteor shower in Singapore?

Get the best of the Orionid meteor shower by heading over to stargazing spots with minimal light pollution, such as East Coast Park, Springleaf Nature Park, and Labrador Nature Reserve.

If you’re hanging around HDB estates, just head to your nearest rooftop, open field, or playground with a clear view of the sky, and you can still get a good show. Once you’re settled, give your eyes 20 to 30 minutes to adjust to the dark.

Take in as much of the sky as you can, and watch for streaks. While the meteors seem to radiate from Orion, the best ones appear slightly away from the constellation. And because good things come to those who wait, remember to be patient.

Make a wish when you catch the Orionid meteor shower

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The Orionid meteor shower is a reminder of the wonders of the universe, offering a brief but beautiful spectacle we don’t get to witness every day. So grab a friend, head to a dark spot, and try to catch a glimpse of shooting stars or fireballs streaking across the sky.