Meteor Shower Calendar for 2018- Lyrids have been observed for 2,700 years.
- The meteor shower was visible across the Northern Hemisphere
- Lyrid meteor shower gets its name from the constellation Lyra home to the bright star Vega, and is set very close to the Pole Star.
- Two such recent occurrences during the Lyrid meteor shower were recorded in 1922 and 1980.
Fast Facts on Lyrid
Table contain shows the Fast Facts on LyridComet of Origin | C⟋1861 G1 Thatcher |
Radiant | Constellation Lyra |
Active | April 21 - 22 |
Peak Activity Meteor Count | 20 meteors per hour |
Meteor Velocity | 30 miles (49 kilometres) per second |
✍Examrace Team at Aug 20, 2021