Lyrid meteor shower peaks over Michigan: When and how to watch through April 25
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Key Points:
- The Lyrid meteor shower started on April 16th and runs through April 25th, with its peak occurring on the night of April 21st into the early morning of April 22nd.
- During peak hours, observers can typically see between 10 and 20 bright, fast meteors per hour, though meteors remain visible outside this timeframe.
- The Lyrids are one of the oldest known meteor showers, with recorded sightings dating back approximately 2,700 years to ancient China.
- For optimal viewing, watch during predawn hours away from city lights, looking toward the eastern sky and allowing 20 to 30 minutes for eyes to adjust to darkness.
- Southeast Michigan will have mainly clear skies tonight, partly cloudy conditions Thursday night, and increasing clouds and rain expected by Friday, which may affect meteor visibility.
