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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak: When and where to catch a glimpse
On Wednesday night the Perseids will peak offering the best chance of seeing a 'shooting star'.
August 11, 2026When can you see the Perseid meteor shower?
The Perseid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky, putting on a spectacular treat for skygazers.
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The Perseid meteor shower will light up the night sky over the next five weeks.
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak: When and where to catch a glimpse
This year's Perseid peak coincides with a new moon, so there will be no bright moonlight to obscure meteors The best annual meteor shower has once again returned to our skies, and the Perseids dazzli
bbc.co.uk•August 11, 2026
Perseid meteors to light up night sky in one of the year's most active showers
The Perseid meteor shower over China, August 2018 The Perseid meteor shower is set to light up the night sky over the next month, putting on a spectacular treat for skygazers. Known as one of the br
bbc.co.uk•July 17, 2026