Eta Aquarids Peak Tonight as Moonlit Skies Challenge Meteor Watchers

The 2026 Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks overnight May 5–6 with up to ~50 meteors per hour under ideal skies. The radiant lies in Aquarius and northern observers typically see activity after midnight toward dawn, while southern tropical skies can offer brighter displays. A bright waning gibbous Moon (84% lit) rises just after midnight, potentially washing out fainter meteors, so the best viewing is in the pre-dawn hours from dark locations. No special equipment needed, and it's a good chance for photographers to catch fast meteor trails.