- Perseid Meteor Shower: Anticipate Spectacular Fireballs
- Up to 100 Shooting Stars per Hour on August 12-13
- Tips for Optimal Viewing in the Northern Hemisphere
There is a high probability of seeing fireballs during the Perseid meteor shower, which is one of the most active and brightest meteor showers of the year.
The Perseid meteor shower has been active for a few weeks, but the finest is yet to come, allowing stargazers to witness one of the most spectacular displays of the year.
This year’s event is anticipated to reach its zenith on the night of August 12 and into the early hours of August 13, with up to one hundred shooting stars per hour.
The meteor shower produces the brightest and most energetic meteors, making it a highlight for fans.
Fireballs, brilliant meteors, and meteors with lengthy trains are also likely.
The meteor shower is known as the Perseids because the meteors appear to emanate from the constellation Perseus.
Why are the Perseids visible?
Even though most meteors are smaller than a grain of sand, they still generate an entrancing stream of light as they enter the atmosphere at approximately 130,000 miles per hour.
When the Earth passes through Swift-Tuttle’s powdery debris, temperatures can reach 1,648C (2,998.4F) to 5,537C (9,537F).
How should I prepare to view it?
The Perseid meteor shower is most visible in the northern hemisphere.
According to the Royal Astronomical Society, meteor showers are simple to observe and no specialized apparatus is required.
They are best viewed with the unaided eye, and a reclined chair and a blanket significantly improve viewing comfort.
When is the optimal time to visit?
The UK’s Perseid meteor shower radiant is always visible, so watchers should see meteors after sunset.
Experts recommend attempting to spot meteors when the moon is below the horizon or in its crescent phase because otherwise it functions as natural light pollution and prevents the visibility of fainter meteors.
Will it be an excellent night for stargazing?
The query we all ask in the United Kingdom.
Occasionally, the weather is not optimal for observing the night sky.
If clouds prevent visibility during the peak night, the shower will persist until August 24.
