Perseid meteor shower to peak on Tuesday

One of the most dazzling celestial events of the year, the annual Perseid Meteor Shower, will reach its peak on the night of August 12, 2025, offering skywatchers a chance to witness up to 100 meteors per hour under dark, clear skies.

The phenomenon occurs as Earth passes through debris left behind by Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, with meteors appearing to radiate from the constellation Perseus in the northeastern sky.

For the best view, astronomers recommend looking up after 2:00 a.m., about 20 degrees above the horizon. The Perseid Meteor Shower is active from July 16 to August 24, and viewers are advised to head to a dark location away from city lights for an unobstructed view of the spectacle.