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Get ready to witness a celestial spectacle as the Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest known meteor showers, graces the night sky in the Northern Hemisphere over the next week. The event, which is longer and later than a solar eclipse, is expected to reach its peak activity on April 23.
The best time to view the Lyrid meteor shower is during the dark hours, after moonset and before dawn. The radiant is located near the Lyra constellation, so be sure to look roughly in the northeast direction. To enhance your viewing experience, consider heading to rural areas, lying down on the ground, and allowing your eyes to adjust to the darkness.
During the peak, you could catch 10-20 Lyrid meteors per hour traveling at a mind-blowing speed of 29 miles per second. It is advised to avoid using telescopes or binoculars as they may limit your view of the sky.
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Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to witness the Lyrid meteor shower lighting up the night sky. Get ready to be amazed by the beauty of the cosmos!
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