After the Pink Full Moon, there is one more astronomical event before the end of April, namely the Lyrid meteor shower, whose peak of activity is scheduled for the nights of the 21st and 22nd (Monday and Tuesday).
This shower of stars has been known since ancient times, with reports dating back as far as 687 BC in China. However, the phenomenon was only scientifically discovered in 1861, when it was detected in the tail of comet C/1861 G1 (Thatcher).
According to the International Meteor Organization (IMO) and NASA, the Lyrids are not as abundant or fast as the Perseids. Even so, it’s worth taking a look at the sky. They often surprise you with ‘fireballs’.
Tips for watching the Lyrids
If you don’t want to miss out on this astronomical event, whose meteor rate is 10/20 per hour, then take a look at these useful tips:
- Choose dark places away from light pollution
- Wait 15 to 30 minutes for your eyes to get used to the darkness
- Bring warm, comfortable clothes to better withstand the cool nights typical of April.