"The annual Perseid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning, generating about 50 to 75 shooting stars per hour over California and much of the U.S."
"Despite a nearly-full moon, major meteors can still be seen during the Perseid meteor shower, which occurs yearly when Earth crosses the trail of dust from Swift-Tuttle comet."
"The meteor shower happens when Earth passes through debris from the Swift-Tuttle comet, with tiny bits burning up in the atmosphere, creating visible trails."
"The best viewing time for the Perseid meteor shower is early Wednesday morning, a few hours before sunrise at 6:23 a.m."
The Perseid meteor shower is currently underway and will peak this week, with expectations of 50 to 75 meteors visible per hour, particularly early Wednesday morning. A nearly-full moon may limit visibility, but major meteors will still be observed. This annual meteor shower occurs as Earth passes through debris left by the Swift-Tuttle comet, creating trails of light as particles burn up upon entering the atmosphere. Ideal viewing conditions are present early Wednesday morning before sunrise, offering a prime opportunity to witness the celestial event.
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