The Brief

The Perseids meteor shower peaks August 12–13, with the best viewing between midnight and 3 a.m.

An 84% full Moon will reduce visibility, making faint meteors harder to see.

Viewers may still catch 10–20 meteors per hour in dark areas without special equipment.

The Perseids meteor shower is expected to peak in mid-August and is considered the best of the year, according to NASA .

However, it may not be totally visible.

NASA said this year, an 84% full Moon on the peak night will hinder visibility. While a few bright meteors may still be visible in the pre-dawn hours, overall viewing conditions will be less than ideal, the agency said.

When can I watch the Perseids meteor shower?

What you can do:

NASA says people can view the shower on the nights of August 12 and 13.

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