Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower in Broomfield, Colorado

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, remnants of Halley's comet, peaks this weekend, with 10 to 30 meteors visible per hour in the Northern Hemisphere. The shower lasts through May 27, and the next big one is the Southern Delta Aquarid meteor shower in late July.

Key Points

  • Eta Aquarids occur annually in early May
  • Meteor showers originate from the debris of comets
  • Meteor showers are most visible between midnight and predawn hours

Pros

  • Opportunity to witness a natural astronomical event
  • No special equipment needed to view the meteor shower

Cons

  • Visibility may be impacted by city lights and moonlight
  • Limited time frame for peak activity