How to Watch the 2026 Lyrids Meteor Shower at Its Peak

NASA says the 2026 Lyrids meteor shower begins around April 14 and peaks overnight on April 21-22.

Under dark skies, observers may see about 15 to 20 meteors per hour, especially in the northern hemisphere.

The Lyrids are caused by dust from comet C/1861 G1 (Thatcher), with Lyra and Vega helping viewers locate the radiant.

The guide also looks ahead to other major meteor showers later in the year, including the Eta Aquarids, Perseids, Orionids, Leonids, and Geminids.