Don't Miss the Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak This Weekend

The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to peak this weekend, with potentially dozens of meteors visible per hour. The best time to view the shower in the Northern Hemisphere is after moonset but before sunrise in a dark area without streetlights. Lie flat on the ground to view as much of the sky as possible for the best chance to see the shower, which should last until dawn. The shower is named after the Lyra constellation, where it originates from, and may look like fireballs instead of long trails streaking through the sky.