Lyrid meteor shower peaks this weekend: How to watch the ‘falling stars’?
The Lyrid meteor shower will be active from 16 April to 25 April, producing its peak around 23 April.
www.hindustantimes.comI can’t access live updates right now, but here’s what’s generally true about the Lyrids and how to catch the latest peaks.
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The Lyrids are an annual meteor shower that typically runs from mid-to-late April, with its peak in the last third of the month in many years. In recent cycles, observers have reported best viewing in pre-dawn hours under dark skies, away from city lights. For the exact current year peak times and sky conditions, check a reliable astronomy site or local weather forecast.
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Viewing tips to maximize your chances:
- Find a dark location with an unobstructed horizon and minimal light pollution.
- Allow your eyes 20–30 minutes to adapt to darkness, and give yourself several hours around the predicted peak.
- A wide-field view helps, since meteors appear across the sky rather than from a single direction.
- Bring a reclining chair, warm clothing, and a thermos of water or tea; avoid looking at screens during the observation window.
If you’d like, I can look up today’s best resources and summarize the latest prime viewing windows, visibility by location (Lisbon area), and any notable outbursts or weather-related viewing caveats for this year.