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Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks in Melbourne: 10-20 Meteors Hourly

4/10/2026

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The Lyrid meteor shower peaks in Melbourne overnight April 22–23, 2026.
Under ideal conditions, observers can see 10–20 meteors per hour.
The radiant point is near Vega, rising in the northeastern sky.
Dark-sky locations such as Leon Mow Dark Sky Site and Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve are recommended.
The next Lyrids occur in April 2027, followed by the Eta Aquariids later in the month.

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The Lyrid meteor shower peaks in Melbourne overnight April 22–23, 2026.
Under ideal conditions, observers can see 10–20 meteors per hour.
The radiant point is near Vega, rising in the northeastern sky.
Dark-sky locations such as Leon Mow Dark Sky Site and Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve are recommended.
The next Lyrids occur in April 2027, followed by the Eta Aquariids later in the month.