The Eta Aquariids meteor shower, originating from debris left by Halley's comet, is set to peak on May 5th, offering a spectacular celestial display. Viewers can expect up to 30 meteors per hour, best seen in the predawn hours between 2 and 5 AM. For optimal viewing, stargazers should find spots away from city lights and look toward the Aquarius constellation. The peak of this meteor shower extends a week before and after May 5th, providing ample opportunity for observation. Additionally, the May night sky will also feature visible planets such as Mars, Saturn, and Mercury, particularly in the morning, with the meteor shower continuing until May 6th.
Marvel at the May sky with us! Planets are aligning, the red star Antares shines next to the full Moon, and a meteor shower will be visible in both hemispheres. Here's what else is up this month: https://t.co/QEbQ37IKqV https://t.co/74OEzBXz1d
Skywatchers – What's Up for May? See Mars, Saturn, and Mercury in the morning sky, and the Eta Aquariid meteors will peak May 6th. ✨ https://t.co/dBPuOUuaiR https://t.co/pqjpG3EfFm
Eta Aquariids Are Striking Through The Sky This Month – Here’s When The Shower Peaks https://t.co/Gmz2qRzDvG
Hey stargazers: What's up for May? 💫 This month is for the morning people! Be on the lookout for the Moon hanging out with Saturn and Mars before sunrise. Plus, catch morning meteors thanks to Halley's comet on May 6. 🔭 More skywatching tips: https://t.co/uJEdCvfg1J https://t.co/n3x1sz2pwY
May night sky has many delights -- starting with the Eta Aquariids meteor shower which peaks May 5 and produces up to 30 meteors per hour in the predawn sky ⬇️ https://t.co/eY5XL9ynUQ
May night sky has many delights -- starting the Eta Aquariids meteor shower which peaks May 5 and produce up to 30 meteors per hour in the predawn sky ⬇️ https://t.co/eY5XL9ynUQ
Heads up, stargazers – May has all kinds of celestial treats: https://t.co/eDNLXQHrED
As May opens, Earth encounters bits of cosmic fluff left in the wake of the famous Halley’s comet, the source of the Eta Aquariids meteor shower. The shower’s May 5 peak is a broad one — and extends a week before and after. https://t.co/8E93sh98Ec
A meteor shower will cruise our night skies with a Peak Date of May 5th. Look toward the Aquarius Constellation with best viewing between 2 & 5 am. Of course go away from city lights. https://t.co/aVPKoVAco8