Perseid meteor shower set to dazzle northern hemisphere this week
Astronomers say viewing conditions promising for this year’s shower, and 50 to 100 meteors an hour may be visible The Perseid summer light show is back, and viewing conditions are especially promising across the northern hemisphere. The meteor shower’s is expected to peak on Wednesday night into Thursday morning, and coincides with a total solar eclipse across Spain, Iceland and Greenland and a…
Northern hemisphere stargazers are in for a spectacular show this week as the annual Perseid meteor shower graces the sky. Astronomers predict 50 to 100 meteors per hour under optimal conditions, with the peak occurring Wednesday night and into Thursday morning. This celestial event coincides with a total solar eclipse across parts of Europe and a stunning display of six planets in the night sky.
Under new moon conditions, the moon will not cast its bright light, allowing for clearer viewing of the meteors. Astronomers recommend seeking dark, rural locations away from city lights, and permitting eyes to adjust to the darkness for at least half an hour. Focusing on a specific patch of sky and avoiding distractions like mobile phones will enhance the experience. The Perseids are debris from comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, which orbits the sun every 133 years, and have been observed for over 2,000 years.
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