In Mississippi, the Lyrids are best around 4:45 AM on the night of the peak (April 22, 2027), when the radiant stands about 86° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 18 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 9:00 PM to 4:52 AM, and the moon will be 97% lit and above the horizon at the best time.
Best time
4:45 AM
local time
Est. rate
18/h
dark sky
Radiant
86° high
toward ENE
Moon
97%
up
Dark places to watch the Lyrids in Mississippi
| Location | Type | Est. Bortle |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes County State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Great River Road State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Nanih Waiya | State Park | 2 |
| Grand Gulf Military State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Porterville Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Quitman Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Bywy Overlook | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Tishomingo State Park | State Park | 3 |
| George P. Cossar State Park | State Park | 3 |
| Noxubee Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
FAQ
What time should I watch the Lyrids in Mississippi?
Around 4:45 AM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.