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Map shows Lyrid meteor shower viewing conditions across US
Headline from Newsweek, on the newest of 3 developments
The Lyrids are expected to light up the sky this week, though viewing conditions will vary across the U.S., a forecast suggests.
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Lyrid meteor shower peaks soon: When to look up
Headline from FOX 5 New York ·
Lyrid meteor shower 2026: See spring's first rain of 'shooting stars' peak in moonless skies
Headline from Live Science ·
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Map shows Lyrid meteor shower viewing conditions across US
Headline from Newsweek ·
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ABC 7 Los Angeles
The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it ↗ (opens ABC 7 Los Angeles)Published
ABC 7 Los Angeles's feed description
The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to bring fiery streaks to the night sky. The show's best views will be in the Northern Hemisphere.
FOX 5 New York
Lyrid meteor shower peaks soon: When to look up ↗ (opens FOX 5 New York)Published
FOX 5 New York's feed description
Stargazers, get ready to watch one of the world’s oldest known meteor showers.
Live Science
Lyrid meteor shower 2026: See spring's first rain of 'shooting stars' peak in moonless skies ↗ (opens Live Science)Published
Live Science's feed description
Expect bright fireballs during the Lyrid meteor shower, which will peak in moonless skies on April 22, 2026.
Boston
The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it. ↗ (opens Boston)Published
Boston's feed description
The Lyrids are the leftovers from an icy ball called comet Thatcher.
FOX 5 DC
Lyrid meteor shower peaks this week: Everything you need to know ↗ (opens FOX 5 DC)Published
FOX 5 DC's feed description
The Lyrid meteor shower has returned, and is expected to peak this week with ideal viewing conditions for the Northern Hemisphere.
Science Alert
The Lyrid Meteor Shower Is About to Peak, With Better Views Than Usual ↗ (opens Science Alert)Published
Science Alert's feed description
NEW YORK (AP) – This year's Lyrid meteor shower is getting a boost thanks to a dim crescent moon.
WTOP Washington DC
Excellent prospects for the Lyrid meteor shower ↗ (opens WTOP Washington DC)Published
WTOP Washington DC's feed description
Watch the Lyrid meteor shower as it peaks this week, with the best viewing from midnight to dawn and up to 20 shooting stars an hour.
Astronomy Magazine
Catch the Lyrid meteors ↗ (opens Astronomy Magazine)Published
Astronomy Magazine's feed description
This April meteor shower will reach its peak this week — and this year, the Moon is cooperating.
Scientific American
See the spectacular Lyrid meteor shower at its peak ↗ (opens Scientific American)Published
Scientific American's feed description
The Lyrid meteor shower hits its peak from April 21 to April 22. Here’s everything you need to know about this annual celestial light show
CNN
The Lyrid meteor shower opens the season. Here’s how to watch ↗ (opens CNN)Published
CNN's feed description
Sky-gazers will be able to see the oldest meteor shower, the Lyrids, on Tuesday night. Here’s where and how to watch them.
New York Post
Lyrid meteor shower peaks this week — here’s how and when to watch the skies ↗ (opens New York Post)Published
New York Post's feed description
The annual Lyrid meteor shower peaks on Wednesday, offering stargazers the chance to see as many as 10-20 shooting stars streak across the sky.
6ABC Philadelphia
The Lyrid meteor shower is peaking tonight. Here's how to see it ↗ (opens 6ABC Philadelphia)Published
6ABC Philadelphia's feed description
The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to bring fiery streaks to the night sky. The show's best views will be in the Northern Hemisphere.
Newsweek
Map shows Lyrid meteor shower viewing conditions across US ↗ (opens Newsweek)Published
Newsweek's feed description
The Lyrids are expected to light up the sky this week, though viewing conditions will vary across the U.S., a forecast suggests.
Gizmodo
The Lyrids Peak Tonight. Here’s How to Catch Spring’s First Meteor Shower ↗ (opens Gizmodo)Published
Gizmodo's feed description
The Lyrid displays will peak later today and continue until April 26.
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