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Anthony Wood

UNCOVERED: What s the best time to see lyrid meteors in 2026 | History Defined

Night sky filled with shooting stars and the milky way stretching across the scene. in the foreground is a yellow vector graphic of a clock face.

The Lyrid meteor shower is nearing peak activity! Here's the best time to hunt for shooting stars as well as a guide on where to find them in the spring sky so you can maximize your chances of spotting these fast-moving meteors.

When are the Lyrids most active?

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