Meteor shower: Know when and how to see the Perseids at their best

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Perseid meteor shower, which is well-known for its high meteor frequency, is about to peak. Next weekend, specifically from Sunday night to early Monday morning, August 11 to 12, will be its busiest. Up to 75 meteors per hour were visible to observers during this peak period of time, as per the reports of MSN.

Best viewing time and conditions

Moonlight can affect Perseid meteor visibility even though they are usually brilliant. The moon will set this year, though, right before the Perseids are predicted to be at their most active. The American Meteor Society reports that on Monday, August 12, after one in the morning local time will be the best time to see. An hour after midnight, the half-lit moon will set, providing pristine, black skies for stargazers to enjoy.

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Meteoroids that penetrate Earth's atmosphere are what generate the dazzling streaks referred to as shooting stars. These tiny particles evaporate and heat up, leaving behind visible light trails. The Perseids move at a velocity of sixty kilometers per second, or 37 miles per second. During the peak, observers can typically see 50 to 75 meteors every hour, or roughly one meteor per minute. You should be in an area with little light pollution if you want to view the most shooting stars.

Viewing tips and additional celestial events

Even though the Perseid meteor shower is renowned for its quick and brilliant meteors, it's important to