Perseid Meteor Shower to Light Up the Skies This Week – Here’s What You Need to Know
Prepare for a dose of late-night wonder, this week, UK skies will host one of the year’s most dazzling spectacles: the Perseid meteor shower. If you’ve ever made a wish on a shooting star, this is your golden opportunity to spot dozens—potentially over a hundred—streaking across the night sky every hour.
The peak is expected from the night of August 12 into the morning of 13 August, with the best window between midnight and 5:30 a.m.
While the nearly full moon (over 80% illuminated) will wash out fainter meteors, the bright Perseids—and occasionally dazzling fireballs—will still shimmer through. Local skywatchers recommend picking a spot shielded from direct moonlight, behind a tree or building can help.
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The best places to view it
Black Down, West Sussex – a top-rated ‘astro-tourism’ location known for clear, dark skies.
If you're in London, hills and parks like Primrose Hill, Hampstead Heath, or Morden Hall Park offer surprisingly good views without leaving the city.
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How to Watch
Find a comfortable spot with a wide, clear view—no binoculars needed.
Lie back, relax, and let your eyes adjust for about 20 minutes. Peripheral vision is your best tool—meteors often come from anywhere overhead, not just the constellation Perseus.
And as a bonus, Venus and Jupiter will be paired in the pre-dawn sky, perfect for spotting with binoculars.
Why It’s Worth It
Despite the moonlight, the Perseids remain one of the brightest and most reliable meteor showers of the year. Whether you're in a rural location or backyard in town, you're in for a fantastic show.
So grab a deck chair, bundle up, and watch above for these cosmic streaks. Meteor wishes are calling!
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