Perseids Meteor Shower in the Night Sky

Your August night sky forecast is here! In the Northern Hemisphere, get ready for the peak of the Perseids meteor shower on August 11 - 12. For the best chance to see these spectacular showers, head to a dark area about two hours away from city light pollution that will wash out our night sky. Under optimal viewing conditions, you’ll see a sky full of stars, and maybe even one meteor every minute! And everywhere else, you can look for the Moon in close proximity to two planets later in the month. On August 26 - 28, the Moon will pass by bright Jupiter and dimmer Mars in the pre-dawn sky. Stay tuned for more astronomy news and celestial sightings!