3 Space Events to Watch for This Weekend, Including a Full Flower Moon and Possible Meteor Sightings
The Aquariids meteor shower will peak on May 7, with up to 20 meteors per hour visible just before dawn on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. A penumbral lunar eclipse will also occur on May 6, but it won't be visible in the Americas. The collision of these celestial events may hinder visibility, but those in Africa, Asia, and Australia may notice a dimming of the lunar surface. The Aquariids are faster than other meteor showers and produce more persistent trains. There are also other meteor showers and eclipses to look forward to throughout the year.