The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, debris of Halley's comet, peaks this weekend. Here's how to see it
04-05-2024 14:39 via kxan.com

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, debris of Halley's comet, peaks this weekend. Here's how to see it

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, remnants of Halley's comet, peaks this weekend. And with just a waning crescent moon in the sky, it should be visible.The Eta Aquarids occur every year in early May. This year’s peak activity happens early Sunday with an expected 10 to 30 meteors visible per hour in the Northern Hemisphere. Viewing should be even better in the Southern Hemisphere. The shower lasts through May 27.Here’s what to know about the Eta Aquarid
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