Sky watchers could be in with a chance of spotting bright and fast 'shooting stars' as the Sturgeon Moon glows in UK skies.

August's full moon will coincide with the annual Perseids meteor shower , offering a rare chance to see two celestial events in one weekend.

What's more, this year's Sturgeon Moon will rise on both Saturday (August 9) and Sunday (August 10), offering two chances to witness the lunar spectacle.

What is the Sturgeon Moon?

A full Moon occurs when the Earth-facing side of the Moon is fully illuminated by the Sun.

Each month's full Moon is given a special nickname, and the Sturgeon Moon is the traditional name given to August's full Moon.

The Sturgeon Moon is named after the time of year when sturgeon fish – a large, prehistoric-looking fish – were most widel

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