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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

The Lyrids meteor shower will reach its peak early Tuesday morning, when its barrage of space rocks meets the atmosphere in the eastern sky. "You will begin to see Lyrids after 10 p.m. local ...

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 ...