What time is the meteor shower tonight? How to see Lyrids before they're gone
There are only a few more nights of the Lyrid meteor shower, a fast and bright shower that produces roughly 15 to 20 meteors per hour. This year, it is expected to be up to 18 meteors per hour.
NASA said that you should be able to see the meteors roughly after 10 p.m., but here's how to see the meteors and get the best experience.
According to NASA, the Lyrids will start after 10 p.m. CT.
'This year, the light from the crescent Moon will not interfere too much with the viewing, but it is best to look away from the Moon, preferably placing it behind you,' said Bill Cooke, leader of NASA's Meteoroid Environment Office.
Cooke noted that this year, there should be around five to six meteors per hour around 4:30 a.m.
The Lyrid Meteor Shower happens in the constellation Lyra, which sits just above the northeast horizon. To find the constellation, look for the star Vega, which is one of the brightest stars in the sky.
It is recommended that you move away from the city or streetlights to minimize light pollution while observing. Cooke also recommends lying on your back so you can take in as much sky as possible.
Also, try not to ruin your night vision once your eyes have adjusted to the night light. This also means during long lulls between meteors, try to be patient.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Meteor shower tonight: See Lyrids in Oklahoma before they're gone
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