Don't Miss the Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak This Weekend: Tips for Viewing

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Don't Miss the Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak This Weekend: Tips for Viewing
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The Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest-known meteor showers, will be visible on Saturday evening and into the early morning on Sunday. The meteor shower will be in full swing starting at 9 p.m. on Saturday for folks on the East Coast. People worldwide may be able to see from 15 to 20 meteors per hour at the peak. For best viewing, watch the sunset toward the western sky, wait until dark, and then turn around to the northeastern sky to look for meteors.

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