Double Meteor Shower: Lyrids and Eta Aquariids Light Up April Skies
• The Lyrids meteor shower peaks between April 21 and 22, offering up to 20 meteors per hour under ideal conditions.
• The Eta Aquariids meteor shower, active from April 19 to May 28, may display fewer meteors (around 10 per hour) due to the nearly full moon.
• Both the Lyrids (from Lyra) and Eta Aquariids (from Aquarius) are best viewed in the eastern sky; no special equipment needed.
Lyrids and Eta Aquariids meteor showers active
This weekend offers a great chance for skywatchers to see the Lyrids and Eta Aquariids meteor showers. The Lyrids peak between April 21 and 22, potentially showing 15-20 meteors per hour if skies are clear and dark. The American Meteor Society suggests watching on the evening of April 22 for the best viewing.
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