The Eto-Aquarius meteor shower from Comet Galea reaches its peak on May 4

Space the wreckage of Comet Galea will increase in the sky this week ⁠— and you will see it.

The peak of the meteor shower Eta Aquarids occurs in early May each year, according to NASA. This year it will be rush hour on Wednesday nightMay 4 and Thursday, May 5, reports Space.com.

The meteor shower is known for its speed, according to NASA. Meteors can travel into the Earth’s atmosphere at a speed of about 148,000 miles per hour.

“Fast meteors can leave glowing ‘trains’ (burning debris after a meteor) that last from seconds to minutes,” NASA said on its website.

During the peak of Eta Aquarid people could see up to 30 meteors per hour if you look closely. Observers of the sky could also see the “shooting stars”, according to Space.com.

The speed and glow of a meteor shower is not the only thing that can excite observers in the sky. The rain also originates from Comet Galea.

“Every time Galey returns to the inner solar system, its nucleus dumps a layer of ice and rock into space,” NASA said. “The pollen eventually transforms into Eto-Aquarids in May and Orionids in October when they collide with the Earth’s atmosphere.”

Skywatchers could be easier viewing meteor shower this year. At the peak of the moon will be in the crescent moon, which will make it easier to see shooting stars, according to EarthSky.

Just before dawn – the best time to see a meteor shower, according to the news agency.

“As with all meteors in annual downpours, there is no special equipment to monitor Eta Aquarids. But a little luck always helps, ”EarthSky reports. “Find a dark open sky away from artificial lighting and fall apart in a lawn chair.”

NASA has stated that it will take your eyes at least 30 minutes to adjust to the darkness. After that time you could start seeing meteors.

“Have patience – the show will last until dawn, so you will have enough time to look,” – said NASA.