Where do you see in Mexico?

From April 17 to 26, 2025, one of Aerial and more important astronomical phenomenon for this year: Rain from the lyed stars.

This light blue show will be visible all over the world The intensity of the northern hemisphereAnd it will have the maximum peak activity During the night of April 21 and morning 22.

It is known not only for their beauty, but for their age. They have been observed for more than 2,700 yearsWith historical records that Their date dates back to 687 BCAccording to Chinese documents. This longevity makes them anyone Ancient stars rains That you have a log.

What is lyed?

The rain stems from the lyed stars from the Comet C/1861 G1 that. This kite, which was discovered on April 5, 1861, is left on its way A trail of molecules and shrapnel That remains in space.

Every year, when the Earth crosses the stream of debris, fragments enter the Earth’s atmosphere at a high speed, about 50 km per second. When colliding with air, well -known “transit” stars are burned.

Although the Lyed is not the most abundant in the astronomical calendar, it is characterized by a fast meteor, and in some cases, bright. Although they generally do not leave a long luminous deception, they can sometimes produce a “fiery ball”, that is, a particularly wonderful flash that stands out in the sky of the night.

When is the time to see them?

The Lyrid activity period goes from April 17 to 26, but it will be the highest point between the twenty -first night and one early from April 22. During those hours, you are expected to notice up to 18 nices per hour, according to the US Meteorological Association.

the The best time to see them will be between 2:00 and 5:00 amWhen the sky is completely dark and brocci -lera, as it seems that meteorites appear, it is lies in a high position.

Where do you see the rain from Lilids in Mexico?

In Mexico, countries that have better conditions for monitoring Those who suffer from low light pollution will be The sky is clear. Some ideal places include:

• Baja California
• Tamaulipas
• San Luis Potosi
• Rural areas in Mexico, Hidalgo, Zakatikas and Poella

The general recommendation is to search for open spaces, away from urban lights and well for the sky, without obstacles such as high buildings, trees or mountains.

Recommendations to monitor them

For a better experience when observing Lyrid starsExperts propose:

• Go to a dark place, free of artificial light
• Go to bedtime and wait at least 30 minutes until the eyes are adaptive to darkness
• Do not use telescopes or perspectives, because they reduce the field of vision
• Wearing shelter clothes, wearing blankets or lying down chairs
• Patience, because this phenomenon occurs intermittently
• The origin of the name and the cultural symbolism

the name “LYRID” comes from the constellation of LiraWhich is located this season in the northeast of the night sky. Meteorites They seem to be visually coming out of that area of ​​the company.

Throughout history, the stars have been interpreted as divine signs, tears of deities, or souls in movement or spiritual messages. Usually asking for a desire to see a passing star with roots in these ancestral beliefs.

Due to its proximity to the beginning of the spring, the different cultures have linked lysids to the processes of renewal, transformation and new beginnings.

Criteric truth: a modern Nizorit or a car in Mexico?

During the days before the start of lyrid, users on social networks Reform about seeing a wonderful body that raises the sky In different areas of Mexico, which led to speculation about a meteorite or car.

Although these phenomena are not always directly related to Star rainYes It can be part of the astronomical context From April, especially when The planet crosses the regions more intense than the space molecules.

the The main difference between rain and car Is the latter? It is a larger meteor That lights up extensively, sometimes, It can cause a sound sink.

To date, it has not been emphasized that the vision is linked to Lyrids, but it is a reminder of the continuous movement of the external space.

the Lyrid stars It provides a unique opportunity to communicate with heaven, science and traditions. With a little preparation and patience, we can see one of the most poetic and old astronomical events of humanity from any corner of Mexico.

BGPA