The Lyrid meteor shower is set to be the first major event of spring, offering a glimpse of shooting stars on Tuesday morning. According to Thaddeus LaCoursiere, planetarium program coordinator at the Bell Museum in St. Paul, Minnesota, viewers can expect around six meteors per hour during the peak.
The waning crescent moon will be 40% full, providing decent visibility under clear and dark conditions. The Lyrid meteor shower is caused by debris from the comet Thatcher, which enters Earth’s atmosphere at high speeds, burning up and sometimes leaving behind a fiery trail.
To view the meteor shower, head to your spot away from city lights in the early predawn hours when the moon is low in the sky. A cloudless night with minimal moonlight is ideal for spotting meteors. Avoid distractions like checking your phone and keep your eyes on the horizon.
The Lyrids will be visible until April 26, while another major meteor shower, the Eta Aquarids, peaks in early May.
Source: https://apnews.com/article/how-to-watch-lyrid-meteor-shower-e6f1992b4827262b55c2670e791dc70a