Perseids can be seen every year between mid-July and the end of August. The meteor swarm causes one of the most beautiful and famous meteor falls, and in the summer at night the weather is especially pleasant outdoors, creating a suitable environment for observing the falling stars.
Meteor showers occur when the Earth passes through a strip of debris consisting of an asteroid or comet. Particles that reach the atmosphere heat up and burn, accompanied by a light phenomenon. The Perseids consist of the debris of Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle.
It can be seen from the arrival of the meteor swarm, but most of the falling stars can be seen in mid-August, just below the peak of the meteor landing.
It is no coincidence that the Perseids are considered one of the most spectacular meteorite falls. Under the right conditions, one could see up to 60 bright stars per hour under the maximum, although light pollution and the purity of the sky greatly affected perception. In major cities, for example, a few meteors per hour will be observed.
Perseids seem to come from the constellation Perseus, but they can appear anywhere in the sky, and often come in groups, one by one, quickly. Fortunately, this year’s moonlight will not interfere with perception, and the weather may be favorable, but it is still worth stepping back from light pollution. The eye takes about 20 minutes to adapt to the dark, but it is important not to even look at the phone while observing, as the light can blind one.
