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What is the best time to see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower 2025? Where and how can I see it in Australia?

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The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is expected to peak over Australia on the night of Wednesday 7 May .

The display is caused by Earth passing through debris from Halley’s Comet .

The best viewing window is between 3am and 5am “not for the faint-hearted or those who feel the cold”.

There are four meteor showers similar to Eta Aquariids which occur throughout the year most notably , the Orionids meteor shower, which is also caused by the Halley ’s Comet debris trail.

McElroy said meteor showers can also be a great gateway to look at the rest of the sky.

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