Event:
Perseid Meteor Shower, an annual celestial phenomenon.
When:
Peak on August 12-13, with the best viewing on Saturday night.
Where:
Visible in the Northern Hemisphere, particularly from Florida's east coast.
How Often:
Occurs every year in late summer, when Earth moves through debris fields in space.
Source:
Debris from comet Swift-Tuttle burns up in Earth's atmosphere, creating meteors.
Moon's Role:
Low and minimally illuminated moon this year enhances meteor visibility.
Ideal Viewing:
Away from city lights, lie on your back, let eyes adjust for 30 mins.
Spectacle:
Up to a hundred meteors per hour, including bright fireballs.
No Equipment Needed:
Visible to the naked eye; patience, darkness, and clear skies essential.
Connection to Perseus:
Named after constellation Perseus, meteors' paths appear to start from here.