What are Lyrid Meteor Showers?
The Lyrid Meteor Shower occurs as Earth passes through the debris trail left by comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, which has an orbital period of approximately 415 years.
This debris, which is mostly dust particles and small rocks, enters Earth’s atmosphere at a speed of about 30 miles per second, making it glow and look like shooting stars. The Lyrid Meteor Shower gets its name from the fact that it appears to come from the constellation Lyra.
When is the meteor shower in Mexico?
The meteor shower has been active since April 16, but it will have its peak this weekend, on the night between April 22 and 23.
From Mexico they can be seen with the naked eye and, although it is not as profuse as other meteor showers in the year, it is just as attractive.
They will be most visible between 9:23 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, and until 4:22 a.m. on Sunday, April 23.
To see the shooting stars it is recommended to go to a place with little light pollution, wear comfortable clothes and be patient, as the eyes take time to adapt to the dark.
Where can you see the Lyrid Meteor Showers?
The Lyrid Meteor Shower can be seen from anywhere on Earth where the sky is dark and clear. It is advisable to get away from the city lights and find a place with little light pollution to better enjoy the show.
The Lyrid Meteor Shower is visible in the Northern Hemisphere, although it can also be seen in the Southern Hemisphere in smaller numbers.
How many shooting stars fall on average during the Lyrid Meteor Shower?
The Lyrid Meteor Shower is characterized by a moderate activity rate, with an average of 10 to 20 shooting stars per hour. In some years, the activity can increase, reaching up to 100 shooting stars per hour. Although it may seem little compared to other meteor showers, such as the perseids the show is still impressive and worth enjoying.
