The Lyrid meteor shower, occurring annually in mid-to-late April, is currently underway with its peak activity expected Sunday into Monday, officials say.
The Lyrid meteor shower is underway. But with a nearly full moon in the sky during the peak, it might be tough to see clearly. The Lyrids occur every year in mid-to-late April. This year's peak activity happens Sunday into Monday, with 10 to 20 meteors expected per hour. Viewing lasts through April 29.
Here's what to know about the Lyrids and other meteor showers. What is a meteor shower? Multiple meteor showers occur annually, and you don’t need special equipment to see them. Most meteor showers originate from the debris of comets. The source of the Lyrids is the comet Thatcher. When rocks from space enter Earth’s atmosphere, the resistance from the air makes them very hot.
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