JOURNAL ARTICLE

Here's How to Best Watch the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Lee, Chantelle 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Eta Aquarid meteor shower, a celestial event caused by debris from Halley's comet entering Earth's atmosphere. This meteor shower, known for meteors traveling at about 40 miles per second and leaving glowing trails, occurs annually from mid-April to late May, with its peak expected on May 5-6, 2024. Observers can see up to 50 meteors per hour during the peak by watching from dark locations away from light pollution, without the need for optical aids. However, bright moonlight during this year's peak may reduce visibility of fainter meteors.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2026/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:193411315
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