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Perseids Peak August 11–12 — Get Ready for the Show
The Perseid meteor shower is like no other. Every August it delivers up to 100 meteors an hour in pleasant weather conducive to getting outside and staying up late. What's more, most kids still aren't in school, making it possible for the entire family to enjoy the event.
The Best Meteor Showers in 2020
Sky & Telescope predicts that the three best meteor showers — the Quadrantids (peaking on January 4th!), Perseids and Geminids — will all have strong showings this year.
Astrophotography with Jerry Lodriguss
How to Photograph a Meteor Shower: Capturing the Perseids
Learn how to photograph a meteor shower with these step-by-step instructions, as well as advice for the advanced imager.
The Basics of Meteor Observing
Here are a few hints to enhance your meteor-watching experience.
Advanced Meteor Observing
Meteor studies have relied heavily on amateur observers for more than a century. They still do. Here are some tips and suggestions on how to plan a meteor watch.
About Meteors
Meteors, meteoroids, meteorites, and fireballs — keep all these look-alike terms straight.
Observing the Perseids - A Perennial Guide
The Perseids meteor shower is one of the year's top astronomical highlights. Learn how best to see the meteors.
Eta Aquariids: Halley's Comet Crumbs
Flecks of dust shed long ago by Edmond Halley’s famous namesake arrive like clockwork each year, creating a minor meteor shower in early May.
History of the Quadrantid Meteors
Read about the history and source of the Quadrantid meteor stream, which provides one of the most intense annual meteor displays. Its brief, sharp maximum lasts only a few hours in early January.
The Discovery of the Perseid Meteors
It took the mindset of a detective to discover the truth behind the meteors of mid-August.
Meteors That Changed the World
When "shooting stars" make the transition from heaven to earth, even small strikes can have a huge impact on human history.
