You'll Regret Not Seeing the Meteor Shower This Week

Don't miss a gorgeous meteor shower — especially one that's happening through May 28. Made up of debris from Halley's Comet, which is only visible to the naked eye every 75 years, this meteor shower is an annual occurrence. And while we can't see the comet as it passes, its tail leaves remnants that transform into a beautiful sight visible from Earth called the Eta Aquarid shower.

To witness the meteor for yourself, simply seek out a dark area with a clear view of the sky after nightfall on May 5. The Eta Aquarid shower is set to continue into the wee hours of May 7, with up to 10-15 visible meteors streaking across the sky per hour — if you're in the Northern Hemisphere. If you live in a bright, urban area or experience visual difficulties because of the weather, don't panic: you can also tune in for a live stream of the shower on Slooh.

Read on to see a few snaps of showers past, then consider downloading an astronomy guide app for even better viewing from your smartphone.