Lyrids 2026
Lyrids peaks on quarta-feira, 22 de abril 2026, with up to 18 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Lyra.
Peak
quarta-feira
22 de abril de 2026 às 05:00 GMT-7
Peak times can shift ±1 day from year to year. Check closer to the date for the latest IMO forecast.
Moon at peak
32%
Manageable — moderate moonlight
The moon will brighten the sky but most meteors should still be visible. Aim for the hours when the moon is below the horizon, or sit so the moon is behind you.
Shower facts
Activity period
Apr 14 → Apr 30
Radiant
Lyra
Peak ZHR
18 /h
Velocity
49 km/s
Best hemisphere
Northern
Parent body
Comet C/1861 G1 (Thatcher)
Other years for Lyrids