One of the years most spectacular meteor showers is about to reach its peak.
Heres what you better know to get the best view of the Perseid meteor shower.
Even so, the display isnt expected to be as grand aswhat was seen last year.
Image of a Perseid meteor streaking over Joshua Tree National Park.© Brad Sutton/National Parks Service
The Perseids only competition on that front may be the Geminids, which take place in mid-December.
In the Perseids case, that comet is named 109P/Swift-Tuttle, which orbits the Sun once every 133 years.
Lie on the ground (bring a blanket or towel!
If you trace the meteor trails of the Perseids back to their source, you will find they seem to come from a spot near the constellation Perseus – hence their name, and the name of most meteor showers. © NASA/JPL
), tilt your head back, and enjoy.
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