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Don't miss the Lyrid meteor shower 2026 peak tonight! Viewing times, location and tips

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The Lyrid meteor shower peaks tonight! We're ready... are you? (Image credit: Created in Canva Pro) Heads up, skywatchers! Don't miss the Lyrid meteor shower tonight, as activity peaks in the predawn hours of April 22. Under ideal conditions, it's possible to see up to 20 meteors per hour during the peak, with the chance to witness dramatically bright flashes known as fireballs. Where to look Lyrids can appear anywhere in the sky, but they trace back to an origin point known as a radiant in the constellation Lyra, near the bright star Vega . Lyra rises in the northeast and climbs higher as the night goes on, making the early morning hours the best time to watch. For the most impressive streaks, look slightly away from the radiant — this is where meteors appear longer and more dramatic, And if you can't get outside, you can still enjoy the show via live night sky streams from around the world . The radiant of the Lyrid meteor shower is located near the Hercules-Lyra border.…

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