The most anticipated and most popular celestial event of the year is just around the corner. The Perseids meteor shower occurs from July 17, 2025 to August 23, 2025, in the Northern Hemisphere and is often considered to be the best annual meteor shower.
Named after the constellation Perseus from which it radiates, the Perseids meteor shower will reach its peak in mid-August. But this year, the moon is planning to damper its shine.
Typically, the best time to observe the Perseids meteor shower is around the middle of August, specifically from August 12, 2025 into the dawn of August 13, 2025. But also in 2025, the almost-full moon will occur around the same time and will outshine the Perseids’ peak. Due to the presence of the moon, the meteor shower will not be as spectacular as usual, and only the brightest shooting stars will break through.
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