Lyrids Meteor Shower

Active from April 14th to April 30th, 2024

The Lyrids are a medium-strength shower that usually produces good rates for three nights centered on the maximum. These meteors also usually lack persistent trains but can produce fireballs. These meteors are best seen from the northern hemisphere, where the radiant is high in the sky at dawn. Activity from this shower can be seen from the southern hemisphere but at a lower rate.

Shower details – Radiant: 18:04 +34° – ZHR: 18 – Velocity: 30 miles/sec (medium – 49km/sec) – Parent Object: C/1861 G1 (Thatcher)

Next Peak: The Lyrids will next peak on April 21-22, 2024. On this night, the moon will be 96% full.

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Data courtesy of the International Meteor Organization calendar
https://www.imo.net/resources/calendar/