Lyrid meteor shower peaks this week, bringing fast, bright shooting stars across skies
Published on April 21, 2026.
The annual Lyrid meteor shower, the first major meteor shower of the year, is set to peak around 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The shower, which originate from debris from comet Thatcher, is best viewed after dark and before dawn, away from city lights. Experts advise patience and caution caution. The next major shower is the Eta Aquarids in early May.
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