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Lyrid Meteor Shower Visible Globally, UK Expects Clear Skies for Peak
The Lyrid meteor shower was visible on Wednesday night, offering a celestial display for observers on Earth, with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station capturing photographs. The UK is also set for near-perfect weather conditions to view the shower as it peaks.
22 Apr, 08:35 — 22 Apr, 11:18
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BBCHigh109d ago
UK set for Lyrid meteor shower display with clear skies forecast
The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.
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Shooting stars visible on Wednesday night
The evening will see ideal conditions for spotting the Lyrid meteor shower over Finland.
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First report: BBC · 22 Apr, 08:35|Full coverage: 3 · 3h|Window: 3h
