The Perseid meteor shower is set to peak this week, but it may be hindered by the brightness of August's full moon.

A waning gibbous moon will compromise this shower in the period of maximum activity, according to the American Meteor Shower Society . These conditions will reduce visible activity by at least 75% and only the brightest meteors will be visible.

Here's what to know.

Where does the Perseid meteor shower get its name from?

Considered the best display of the year, the Perseids appear to come from the constellation Perseus, NASA says , hence the name. However, the pieces of debris that create the Perseid meteor shower originate from comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle.

When can you see the Perseid meteor shower?

The Perseids, which has been active since July 17 and will continue t

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