The Perseid meteor shower is currently active and will continue through August 23, with its peak occurring from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Observers can expect up to 100 meteors per hour, with visibility being best from the Northern Hemisphere. However, light from a nearly full moon may hinder viewing conditions. Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through debris left by comets or asteroids, resulting in bright streaks as particles burn up upon entering the atmosphere. Each shower peaks when Earth encounters the densest debris fields.
The Perseid meteor shower, known for its impressive displays of up to 100 meteors per hour, will peak Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, ideal for skywatchers.
Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through debris from comets or asteroids, creating bright streaks of light as particles burn up in the atmosphere.
The Perseids can be viewed best from the Northern Hemisphere and will be affected by nearly 84% moonlight this year during its peak.
Meteor showers are annual events, with the peak occurring when Earth is in the densest part of cosmic debris, allowing for optimal viewing conditions.
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