""For us in the Northern Hemisphere, it's not going to be as impressive. The farther south you are, the better you'll see it." - Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium manager."
""Meteor showers yield a more exciting show and happen at predictable times every year.""
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, peaking Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, will be affected by a bright moon, reducing visibility. Southern Hemisphere viewers may see up to 50 meteors per hour, while Northern Hemisphere observers might see fewer than 10. Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through debris trails from comets or asteroids, creating shooting stars. Halley's comet, which contributes to the Eta Aquarids, passes Earth every 76 years, with its next appearance in 2061. Optimal viewing conditions include early dawn and dark locations away from city lights.
Read at Boston.com
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