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When Is Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower?
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| Event | Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower |
| Date | April 18, 2026 |
| Day | Saturday |
| Category | Space |
| Status | confirmed |
The Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower peaks on the night of May 5 with up to 50 meteors per hour for southern-hemisphere viewers, fewer up north. The dust comes from Halley's Comet — the same comet that produces the Orionids in October. Eta Aquariids are known for fast meteors (66 km/s) that often leave glowing trails. Activity lingers into late May.
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