A Meteor Shower From Halley’s Comet Is Passing Through Texas

Texas seems to be in a perfect spot to see all sorts of different space events. Many times when there are eclipses, people will travel from out of state to watch them happen here.

Now, we have another space phenomenon that we'll get to see, and it's happening as we speak.

It's called the ETA Aquarids and it's going on right now. It's a meteor shower that's part of Halley's Comet, which makes it a bit cooler if you ask me.

The Aquarids first became active all the way back on April 19, but right now is the time to be checking it out. Earth is passing through the densest part of Halley's cosmic debris and it's creating a spectacular show up above.

Can you see these without a telescope? Absolutely, but they aren't going to be as bright for you to see without one according to the American Meteor Society. A telescope is going to give you a pretty amazing view of this debris passing through though.

As with anything space related, it's best to go outdoors after midnight as we start reaching peak darkness in order to see them. Any time before that may make it a bit tough as you've still got lights from the city that aren't shut off, and there's still a bit of light in the sky.

If you miss this one, don't worry. This is already our third meteor shower of the year, and we have another one due to come through the sky in July. That one is slated to peak at the end of July, the 29th and 30th of the month.