When will the Perseid meteor shower occur? Keep your eyes on the sky!

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Lerato Khumalo

Perseid meteor shower It is known as one of the brightest, fastest and most active meteor showers of the year. The celestial event in question occurs when the Earth passes through the remnants of comet ‘109P/Swift-Tuttle’.

WHEN WILL THE PERSEID METEOR SHOW HELP?

The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most spectacular celestial events of the year,
It will reach its peak on the night between August 12 and August 13. Although meteor activity started in mid-July, the most intense transits will occur in mid-August.

WILL PERSEID METEOR SHOW BE WATCHED FROM Türkiye?

Located in the Northern Hemisphere, Türkiye is in a very advantageous position to watch this visual feast. In areas where the weather is clear, the meteor shower can be seen clearly with the naked eye.