The best time to view the Lyrids is when Lyra, the Northern Hemisphere constellation from which the meteors appear to radiate, is above the horizon, according to EarthSky . As the comet travels, it ...

The Lyrids, one of the oldest known meteor showers is returning to the skies later this week. In the days ahead, stargazers will have a chance to witness some Lyrid meteors before the shower hits ...

Sky gazers are in for a special treat this weekeend as the beloved Lyrids meteor shower will reach its peak. The Lyrids are pieces of debris from the Comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher. In April of each ...

The annual Lyrids Meteor Shower is set to light up the skies over the next week, as stargazers are encouraged to look up. This year, the meteor shower will take place between April 17 and April 26 ...

The Lyrids meteor shower will peak on the night of April 21-22. Predawn hours are the best time to view the Lyrids meteor shower because, according to Space.com , that’s when it is at its ...

During the Lyrids' peak, 10 to 20 fast and bright meteors can be seen per hour, according to NASA. Local forecasts will include detailed information on how clear the night sky will be in various ...

In exceptional years, as many as 100 Lyrids per hour have been observed. Because of the timing of a waning crescent moonrise during the predawn April 22, it will probably be easiest to view the ...

Unlike its name suggests, the moon won't turn pink, however. The Lyrids meteor shower will happen toward the end of April. Onlookers could potentially see up to 20 meteors per hour during the ...

Scattering across the night sky, meteors from the Lyrids and Eta Aquarids will put on a dazzling show this month. Originating from Comet Thatcher, the Lyrids meteor shower will release around 18 ...

Astronomy fans will be craning their necks upwards over the next few weeks as the Lyrids meteor shower will be visible in the night sky. The amazing sight happens every year, and in 2025 it will ...