Look Up! The Halley's Comet Meteor Shower Is Just About to Peak

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower, made of debris from Halley’s Comet, is expected to peak around May 4–6, 2026.

The best viewing is likely before dawn on May 5, when meteors appear to radiate from Aquarius.

Observers in the Southern Hemisphere should see the most meteors, while Northern Hemisphere viewing may be reduced by moonlight.

The shower is one of the year’s standout meteor displays, with timing and sky conditions playing a big role in visibility.