The Perseid meteor shower typically peaks in mid-August and is considered “the best meteor shower of the year,” per NASA. With anywhere from 50 to 100 meteors seen every hour, the shooting stars leave behind long wakes of light and color as they pass through the atmosphere.
Eyes to the Skies! ‘Perfect’ Conditions to View the Perseid Meteor Shower This Weekend
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