The Northern Taurid Meteor Shower will not reach its peak until three days after November 9th, but that day offers the best chance to see the shooting stars. The New Moon on that day means there will be minimal light interference, making it ideal for viewing the N. Taurids, which are known for their bright, lengthy tails as they move through the sky. This meteor shower typically produces about 8 to 12 shooting stars each hour.
The following day, November 10th, might also be a good opportunity, as the moon will be only a day old and should not cause much brightness. For those interested in taking photos of the night sky, the long tails of the Taurids provide a great subject. Amateurs can set their cameras to shutter priority and use a longer exposure time of 20 to 30 seconds. Placing the camera on a tripod with a wide-angle lens aimed at the constellation Taurus will increase the chances of capturing these meteors, which will appear to come from that area. Taurus is situated just northeast of Orion and includes the Pleiades star cluster. Since the meteor shower is expected to peak around the 12th, any night during the following week might also offer a spectacular display. What are your thoughts on watching meteor showers?
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Source: Good News Network, by Andy Corbley