Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks, Visible in Night Sky

Stargazers are preparing to witness the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, which is expected to be visible in the night sky over the coming nights. Observers are encouraged to look up for a chance to see up to 20 meteors per hour.

21 Apr, 11:32 — 21 Apr, 20:55

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The Lyrid meteor shower is an annual astronomical event caused by Earth passing through the debris trail of Comet Thatcher. Its visibility offers a chance for the public to witness a natural celestial display, connecting people with the cosmos and the history of astronomical observation, as it is one of the oldest recorded meteor showers.

Key entitiesComet Thatcher Lyrid meteor shower NASA

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BBCHigh10h ago

How to spot the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower

A meteor shower first recorded almost 3,000 years ago is lighting up UK skies this week. Here is how best to watch it.

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NYTMostly Factual2h ago

How to Watch the Lyrids Streak Across the Night Sky

Active since last week, the Lyrids meteor shower is expected to reach peak viewing tonight.

By Katrina Miller

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VnExpressMixed9h ago

Lyrid meteor shower peaks before dawn on April 23, with Southeast Asia in prime viewing position

The Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest recorded sky events in human history, will reach its peak in the pre-dawn hours of April 23 over Southeast Asia.

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err-newsMostly Factual11h ago