Made up of small fragments left behind by Halley’s Comet, these meteors are known for being especially bright and speedy.
Between the night of April 21 and the early morning of April 22, those looking in the right place will see the sky light up with 15 to 20 meteors per hour.
The best opportunity to view this spectacle will be shortly after sunset on December 4.
This rare planetary alignment will be visible from August 10, but will be best viewed later in the month. Here's everything you need to know to see it at its best.