Lyrids Meteor Shower 2026
Ancient meteors streak across the spring sky
✨April 22, 2026
Event Concluded
The Lyrids are one of the oldest recorded meteor showers, observed for 2,700 years. Expect 10-20 meteors per hour at the peak.
How Many Days Since Lyrids?
Days Ago
51
days since Lyrids
Weeks Ago
7w 2d
weeks since Lyrids
Hours Ago
1,247
hours since Lyrids
Fell On
Wednesday
Lyrids 2026
Visibility note
Both hemispheres; darker skies before dawn help.
Event Progress
Completed
Event Complete
Day
1 of 1
Days Left
0
Source
Timeanddate Meteor Showers
Last verified: April 25, 2026
Lyrids Recap FAQ
How many days ago was Lyrids?
Lyrids 2026 was 51 days ago.
How many weeks ago was Lyrids?
Lyrids 2026 was 7 weeks and 2 days ago — about 1.7 months.
What day was Lyrids 2026?
Lyrids 2026 fell on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, a Wednesday.
How many hours ago was Lyrids?
Lyrids 2026 happened approximately 1,247 hours ago.
When was Lyrids 2026?
Lyrids happened on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.