The Perseids — The "Best Meteor Shower Of The Year" — Are Back. Here's How To Watch.

CBS Los Angeles

August 10, 2023

The Perseids — one of the most highly anticipated meteor showers — are roaming the night skies once again and they're set to peak this weekend.

The meteor shower began on July 14 and will continue until September 1, according to the American Meteorological Society. It's expected to peak on Aug. 12, and the view won't be hindered by a full moon like last year. Considered the "best meteor shower of the year" by NASA, about 50 to 100 meteors can be seen per hour under ideal conditions.

The Perseids are also known to create fireballs, which are larger explosions of light and color that can last longer than an average meteor streak, NASA says.

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