October is set to be an exciting month for skywatchers, with a lineup of astronomical events that will captivate audiences each weekend. The Draconids meteor shower will peak on October 8, with the potential for occasional meteor storms. On October 14, a unique "ring of fire" eclipse will occur, visible in a narrow stretch from southern Oregon to southern Texas. The Orionids meteor shower will follow on October 20-21, with approximately 20 shooting stars per hour.
