Lyrid Meteor Shower Set to Dazzle Night Skies with Peak Viewing on April 22

52 articles · Updated · Space.com · Apr 19

The annual Lyrid meteor shower will peak on the night of April 21-22, offering optimal viewing conditions in many locations.
Skywatchers in the Northern Hemisphere could see 10 to 20 meteors per hour, especially after midnight when the crescent moon has set.
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