The Lyrids are an annual meteor shower that typically lasts April 16-25,located near the constellation Lyra. The peak for viewing the Lyrids will occurin the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 22, with 10 to 20 meteors perhour.With high pressure dominating over the nation's midsection, clear skies andmilder temperatures will provide excellent viewing conditions across much ofthe South and West. However, a storm system and cloudy skies will hinderviewing for those near the Great Lakes and in the Northeast. Viewing conditionsare better in country locations rather than in cities, where artificial lightis more prevalent.
Story by AccuWeather.com Meteorologist Katie Storbeck.
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