It’s the first of 2 meteor showers happening this spring.
This weekends event could produce up to 18 streaking Lyrids per hour in peak conditions,according to NASA.
If youre in a dark-sky destination from April 21-22, its still worth giving the Lyrids a go.
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Heres how and when to watch the 2024 Lyrid meteor shower, plus when to catch the next one.
What Makes the Lyrid Meteor Shower Special?
The next outburst isnt expected to hit until 2042.
Point your eyes toward the constellation Lyra to watch for the spectacle.
It will rise above the northeast horizon around 10 p.m. ## Will 2024 be a Good Year for the Lyrid Meteor Shower?
