April skygazing: A pink micromoon, the Lyrid meteor shower, and more

Two meteor showers will happen simultaneously in April, astronomers say

Early April is also a good time to attempt the "Messier Marathon," a challenge in which observers attempt to view as many of the 110 Messier objects as possible -- including nebulae, star clusters and galaxies, according to Smithsonian Magazine.

How to see meteor shower and 'wonder cluster' this month in double whammy for Scots stargazers

April is set to be an exciting time for astronomy fans

In April, there is a good opportunity to see shooting stars on the night between April 21 and 22. Have your ``wishes ready!

In the next few days, in the middle of Easter, Costa Rica will witness a singular astronomical phenomenon unique to the intertropical region of the Earth, when the sun's rays fall at an angle of 90 degrees on the surface, causing the shadows to be reduced to a minimum or even disappear completely at noon.It is the passage of the Cenital Sun over our country.Unlike popular belief, the Sun does not influence in this way every day at the same time,…

See a Moon-planet Pyramid, a Pink 'Micromoon,' and a Meteor Shower With Fireballs in April's Night Sky

The planet action is back this month—here’s how to enjoy it.Ashley_Hampson/Getty Images The Lyrid Meteor Shower over the Lanyon Quoit in Cornwall, UK.If you’re pining for more planet sightings, April is your lucky month. Our interstellar neighbors will bedazzle the night skies throughout the next few weeks, from moon-planet meetups in early April to a dreamy planet-moon pyramid just before May.Add to that a meteor shower with potential for fireb…

A pink moon and a meteor shower: Four must-see celestial events in April

Look for the dates for astronomical events such as a pink full moon, the Lyrid meteor shower, and the moon hanging out with Venus and Saturn.