☄️ Meteor Shower
Eta Aquariids
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
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The Eta Aquariids are produced by debris from Halley's Comet. They are best viewed from the Southern Hemisphere and tropical latitudes, producing fast meteors with persistent trains.
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Best viewed from dark locations away from city lights. No special equipment needed — watch with the naked eye.
Peak Viewing
Night of May 5-6. Best after midnight when the radiant is highest.
Duration
Active for ~2 weeks around peak. ZHR: ~50 meteors/hour under ideal conditions.