Tips for stargazers hoping to see the annual Lyrid meteor shower

• The annual Lyrid meteor shower is expected to offer a spectacular display, peaking from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
• Stargazers could witness between 10 and 20 shooting stars per hour, with the Northern Hemisphere offering the best viewing opportunities.
• A dim crescent moon will not impede the spectacle, as it is predicted to set before the shower truly begins.
• The Lyrids are remnants of the icy Comet Thatcher, and this meteor shower is one of the oldest recorded, dating back over 2,500 years.
• To best view the Lyrids, go outside after midnight, away from city lights, allow 15-30 minutes for eyes to adjust, and look towards the Lyra constellation in the northeastern sky.

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When and how to see this month’s Lyrid meteor shower