Leonids meteor shower peak: Where and when to see shooting stars tonight and this weekend

For stargazers, this weekend may be a prime time to make a wish, as the Leonid meteors are set to put on a spectacular show.

When observing a streak of light in the night sky, you might think of it one of two ways. Romantics will call it a shooting star, but more practical scientists will label it a meteor. For those who think of these lights as shooting stars, this might be a good weekend to make a wish. Because according to scientists, the Leonids meteor shower will reach its peak late Sunday night.