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Lyrid Meteor Shower: Up to 18 Shooting Stars Hourly!

4/24/2025

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Prepare to be mesmerized as the Lyrid meteor shower reaches its peak on April 21-22, 2025, dazzling stargazers with up to 18 shooting stars per hour! These celestial wonders, born from comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, will light up the night sky, radiating from the constellation Lyra. For the best experience, find a dark spot away from city lights, especially before dawn.

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Prepare to be mesmerized as the Lyrid meteor shower reaches its peak on April 21-22, 2025, dazzling stargazers with up to 18 shooting stars per hour! These celestial wonders, born from comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, will light up the night sky, radiating from the constellation Lyra. For the best experience, find a dark spot away from city lights, especially before dawn.