Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks

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Skywatchers, the Lyrid meteor shower is peaking now, offering ten to twenty shooting stars per hour. The dim crescent moon sets early, providing an ideal viewing. These meteors originate from comet Thatchers debris trails, one of the oldest recorded showers. The Northern Hemisphere enjoys the best views, with clear skies worldwide. To watch, head out afte…

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Skywatchers, the Lyrid meteor shower is peaking now, offering ten to twenty shooting stars per hour. The dim crescent moon sets early, providing an ideal viewing. These meteors originate from comet Thatchers debris trails, one of the oldest recorded showers. The Northern Hemisphere enjoys the best views, with clear skies worldwide. To watch, head out after midnight, away from city lights, and look northeast toward the Lyra constellation. The Eta Aquarids from Halleys comet follow in early May, e

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