Perseids

METEOR SHOWER · the August classic

PEAK around August 12SOURCE comet Swift-TuttleRATE up to 100 per hour

The most beloved meteor shower of the year, peaking on warm August nights when staying out late is easy. Earth plows through the dust trail of comet Swift-Tuttle, and under a dark sky you can count up to a hundred swift streaks an hour. No telescope needed, just a blanket, patience, and a few wishes ready.

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