05/03/2026
ITS HAPPENING TOMORROW NIGHT: A sky full of ancient cosmic dust is about to put on a show ☄️
Every year, our planet drifts through the leftover trail of Halley's Comet, creating the stunning Eta Aquariid meteor shower. Even though the comet itself won’t return until 2061, its fragments are still lighting up our skies right now.
These meteors are incredibly fast and often leave glowing streaks that hang in the sky for a few seconds—making them some of the most beautiful to watch. While the Southern Hemisphere gets the best view, those of us in the north can still catch some long, dramatic “Earthgrazers.”
Peak nights are around May 5–6, but there’s a small challenge this year—the bright Moon may hide the fainter meteors. Still, if you find a darker spot, turn away from the Moon, and look up in the early morning hours, you’ll have a good chance of spotting them.
