The Lyrid meteor shower has officially begun and the sky show's spectacular peak, which could see hundreds of shooting stars and"fireballs" fill the night sky, is scheduled to begin later this week. But what are the Lyrids? When exactly do they peak? And where is the best place to look for them?
The annual event normally lasts for around two weeks in April but is most prominent during a roughly day-long peak. This year, the Lyrids began on April 15 and will continue until April 29. However, they will peak between Sunday and Monday . By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.But don't let this put you off.