Hot on the heels of the supermoon, the Leonid meteor shower will light up the sky later this week.

It is expected to reach its peak early Thursday morning, but could extend as late as Monday.

The meteors originate from the comet Tempel-Tuttle that orbits the Leo constellation, and although some of the largest meteor showers are accounted for by the Leonids, it is not expected to be as “impressive” or “extravagant” as it has been previously. The Leonids only burst once every thirty-three years, so the real show will happen in the 2030’s.

Still, scientists predict that observers will not be disappointed. There are yet still a few shooting stars that can be witnessed.

The best place to view the Leonids is from an open vantage point, such as the roof, in an area that is set apart from artificial lights and will not be affected by light pollution. This will allow observers to take in the full experience of the meteor shower.

The meteors will be visible to the naked eye, so observers will have no need for binoculars, telescopes, or any other viewing equipment. The only thing they should come equipped with is patience – the Leonids will be a “modest” shower, with a peak rate of 10-15 meteors per hour, so viewers should be prepared for a bit of waiting.

Dimmer meteors may be eclipsed by the light of the moon, but the naked eye will be able to quickly pick out shooting stars. The best time to watch for these falling stars is right before dawn, when the sky will be at its darkest.