From the middle of July to the end of August 2022, the Perseid meteor showers will be visible at night in the northern hemisphere of the Earth.

Often regarded as one of the best meteor showers to watch, the shower will peak around August 11-13. As seen by its name, most of the meteors can be seen near the Perseus constellation. 

The Perseid meteor shower has features that set it apart from others. It is one of the more abundant showers with around 50-100 meteors that can be seen per hour, as found by NASA. 

Additionally, the Perseids frequently produce fireballs, which are meteors with a brightness comparable to the planet Venus. This is due to the fact that the meteors come from remnants of comet Swift-Tuttle. Swift-Tuttle’s nucleus is around 26 kilometers wide. In comparison, the average comet’s nucleus is about ten kilometers wide, according to Vanderbilt University. Because of the comet’s large size, the Perseids produce many fireballs.

Although the full moon during the peak time period may make the meteor shower less noticeable, the Perseids can still be enjoyed in a dark location unaffected by light pollution. State or national parks provide the clearest view of the night skies.

To gain the most worthwhile viewing experience, it is important to bring additional items. A telescope, binoculars, or a red light flashlight aid in seeing the meteor showers more clearly while snacks and a water bottle are essential to satiating hunger. Warmer clothing is also necessary in combating colder temperatures in the nighttime. Blankets or lawn chairs provide a comfortable area to watch the Perseids.