The meteors are called the Perseids because they appear from the general direction of the constellation Perseus and in more modern times have a radiant bordering on Cassiopeia and Camelopardalis. …

In 2026, you’ll have a moonless sky to watch for Perseids. The August Perseid meteor shower is rich and steady, from early August through the peak. The meteors are colorful and many of them are...

Dec 4, 2025 · NASA says you can see about 50 to 100 meteors per hour, and they often leave long streaks or “wakes” of light and color behind them. Then there are the fireballs — these are larger, …

Jan 14, 2025 · The Perseid meteor shower peaks around Aug.11 through Aug.13. Our guide tells you how and where to look for them.

Apr 3, 2025 · The Perseid meteor shower peaks in mid-August, and is considered the best meteor shower of the year.

The 2026 Perseid meteor shower peaks in August. Find best dates and use the meteor showers animation to see how, where and when to see the shooting stars.

Dec 4, 2025 · In the Northern Hemisphere, the Perseid meteors can appear anywhere in the sky, but their path can be traced back to the constellation Perseus – that’s why they are called the Perseids.

Aug 12, 2025 · It’s finally time to watch one of the best meteor showers of the year: the brilliant display known as the Perseids. The Perseid meteor shower, which is known for producing dozens of bright...

Aug 6, 2025 · What Is the Perseid Meteor Shower? Arguably the most famous meteor shower of them all, the Perseids is a major meteor shower active between July 17 th and August 23 rd, with its …

Aug 6, 2025 · The annual Perseid meteor display is one of the best-known and commonly observed meteor showers in the Northern Hemisphere.