UK skywatchers have a treat in store tonight as the Lyrid meteor shower reaches its peak. This yearly event fills the night with brief streaks of light as Earth travels through cosmic dust. When to watch The Lyrids are active from April 16 through April 26, but the display intensifies tonight (April 21) and early tomorrow morning. Astronomers suggest the prime viewing window falls between 3-5 AM, particularly near 5 AM when the shower’s source point climbs highest overhead. The first meteors may appear as early as 10:30 PM, with frequency increasing towards dawn. During the peak, clear skies away … Continue reading Lyrid Meteor Shower 2025 to Peak Tonight with 10–20 Meteors Per Hour Across UK Skies