Was October 23, 2026 the Orionids?
NO
No — the Orionids peaked on the night of 21–22 October, though the shower stays active until 7 November.
Why
- Peak night was 21–22 October 2026
- Active 2 October to 7 November 2026
- 10–20 meteors per hour at peak
NO
No — the Orionids peaked on the night of 21–22 October, though the shower stays active until 7 November.