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What is the Lyrid Meteor Shower - and will it be visible in London?

The meteor shower is expected to be at its peak this evening when Londoners could see up to 100 meteors per hour

Evening Standard · Apr 22

Spectacular photos of the 2026 Lyrid meteor shower captured from Earth and space

Lyrid meteors were photographed blazing through Earth's atmosphere on the nights surrounding the April 22 peak.

Space · Apr 22

Astronauts photograph Lyrid meteor shower from ISS | Space photo of the day for April 21, 2026

NASA's Jessica Meir spotted the Lyrids from aboard the space station.

Space · Apr 21

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Don't miss the Lyrid meteor shower 2026 peak tonight! Viewing times, location and tips

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks in the early hours of April 22, offering up a possible feast of impressive shooting stars and the occasional fireball.

Space · Apr 21

What's the best time to see Lyrid meteors in 2026?

The Lyrid meteor shower peak is almost here, and we may be in store for spectacular fireballs and shooting stars.

Space · Apr 20

Lyrid meteor shower 2026: See spring's first rain of 'shooting stars' peak in moonless skies

Expect bright fireballs during the Lyrid meteor shower, which will peak in moonless skies on April 22, 2026.

LiveScience · Apr 19

Tips for stargazers hoping to see the annual Lyrid meteor shower

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The Independent UK · Apr 18

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The Lyrid meteor shower 2026 has begun! Here's what to expect

Fireballs and meteors could be seen anytime the constellation Lyra is above the horizon.

Space · Apr 16

Lyrid meteor shower 2026: Oldest known meteor display set to illuminate UK skies

The annual Lyrid meteor shower is set to illuminate the night sky from April 16 to April 30, offering stargazers a chance to witness one of the oldest known celestial displays, observed for over 2,500 years.

The Times of India · Apr 15

1 week until the Lyrid meteor shower lights up April skies: Here's what you need to know

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks overnight on April 21-22.

Space · Apr 9

Lyrid meteor shower 2025 delights stargazers with the help of a dramatic fireball display (photos)

The Lyrids 2025 did not disappoint, and we've got the photos to prove it!

Space · Apr 23, 2025

Don't miss the Lyrid meteor shower peak tonight: Here's what to expect

Skywatchers, get ready! The Lyrid meteor shower is set to peak, offering a spectacular sight for anyone willing to stay up late or rise early.

Space · Apr 22, 2025

Astronomers perplexed by loud bang and green flash over Australian skies

Astronomers are sceptical that the bright fireball was linked to the Lyrid meteor shower

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

Lyrid meteor shower to dazzle UK tonight with dozens of shooting stars

Meteor display to light up the night sky on Tuesday

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2025

Starwatch: Lyrid meteor showers to grace skies with annual stellar show

Away from street lights, observers can expect to see about 15 to 20 bright and fast meteors an hour

Space · Apr 20, 2025

When is the best time to see the Lyrid meteor shower 2025?

Find out the best time to view the Lyrid meteor shower 2025 to make the most of the springtime shooting stars.

Space · Apr 17, 2025

Where to see the Lyrid meteor shower 2025: Top viewing tips

Here's how and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower in 2025, which is active between April 16-25 and peaks on April 22.

Space · Apr 16, 2025

The Lyrids are back: How to catch this year's spring meteor shower

The night sky will dazzle this week as the Lyrid meteor shower kicks off its annual display, marking the return of one of the oldest and most reliable celestial shows of the year.

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Space · Apr 6, 2025

Lyrid meteor shower 2025 peaks this month: Could we be in for a surprise outburst this year?

The Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest known of the annual showers, peaks this year with only some small interference from a waning crescent moon.

Space · Apr 15, 2023

The Lyrid meteor shower begins April 16 to light up the spring night sky

The Lyrids are an annual display of fairly fast meteors that may be seen any night from April 16 to 25.

Woman & Home · Apr 13, 2023

Lyrids meteor shower 2023 is going to be super intense, here's how to watch the cosmic display

April's epic meteor shower is nearly here!

Daily Mirror · Apr 20, 2022

Lyrid meteor shower 2022: Dates to see the peak and how to see 'fireball' display

The Lyrids meteor shower will be one of the biggest space displays of 2022 and it’s just about to reach its peak. Here’s how to catch the cosmic lightshow from the UK

Liverpool Echo · Apr 20, 2022

Lyrid meteor shower 2022: How to see them in UK and when they peak

The meteor shower is lighting up the night sky until April 30

Zenger · Apr 20, 2022

Sky High: An Ancient Meteor Shower Peaks This Week

Up to 20 meteors per hour will appear during the height of the Lyrid shower.

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