The Perseids is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at their peak. This year's peak occurs on the morning of August 12, but you may be able to see some meteors any time from July 23 - August 22. The waning gibbous moon will provide some interference in the early morning, so the best viewing will be in the evening before it rises. Look to the constellation Perseus in the northeast sky from midnight - dawn to see this event. To see the most meteors get to a good, dark location far away from city lights.
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