Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug 12-13 with clear new-moon skies

Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug 12-13 with clear new-moon skies

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The Weather Channel reported that the Perseid meteor shower reached its peak overnight on August 12-13, 2026, delivering up to 100 meteors per hour under dark new-moon skies, with observers noting vivid displays. Astronomers had forecast the peak for those dates, expecting 90-100 meteors per hour thanks to the new moon and dark conditions. While the Bay Area and parts of Northern California faced scattered fog and clouds that could limit visibility, observers in Oregon and other regions organized outdoor viewing events and indoor watch parties, and some were advised to travel to clearer locations.

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August 13, 2026
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Clearer skies expected for Perseid meteor viewing Thursday and Friday
Clearer skies expected for Perseid meteor viewing Thursday and Friday

WSTM • 13 Aug 22:02

Astronomers say the Perseid meteor shower will remain visible after its peak on Aug. 13, with improved cloud cover forecast for Thursday and Friday nights.

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Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids peak amid full moon challenges
Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids peak amid full moon challenges

scrippsnews.com • 13 Aug 18:12

The Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids reach their peak this week, with optimal viewing tips provided despite a bright full moon.

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Perseid meteor shower peaks as observers report vivid displays
Perseid meteor shower peaks as observers report vivid displays

The Weather Channel • 13 Aug 12:00

The annual Perseid meteor shower reached its peak overnight, offering up to 100 meteors per hour, with favorable dark skies due to a new moon.

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Perseid meteor shower peaks Wednesday night under new moon
Perseid meteor shower peaks Wednesday night under new moon

Click2Houston • 13 Aug 05:42

The annual Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak Wednesday night into early Thursday, with a new moon providing dark skies that favor observation.

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August 12, 2026
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Perseid meteor shower peaks overnight with mixed cloud cover in Northern California
Perseid meteor shower peaks overnight with mixed cloud cover in Northern California

KCRA • 12 Aug 23:54

The Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak early Wednesday into Thursday, though scattered clouds may limit visibility in parts of Northern California.

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Cloud cover may hinder peak Perseids viewing in Seattle, experts suggest alternatives
Cloud cover may hinder peak Perseids viewing in Seattle, experts suggest alternatives

The Seattle Times • 12 Aug 13:00

The Perseids meteor shower peaks Wednesday night, but scattered clouds are expected over Seattle; observers are advised to travel to nearby clear-sky locations or wait until Thursday.

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August 11, 2026
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Perseid meteor shower peaks midweek amid cloudy Bay Area skies
Perseid meteor shower peaks midweek amid cloudy Bay Area skies

SFGATE • 11 Aug 14:08

The Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak from Wednesday night into early Thursday, but cloud cover and fog may limit visibility in the Bay Area, prompting several indoor watch parties and online streams.

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Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug. 12-13 with optimal viewing conditions
Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug. 12-13 with optimal viewing conditions

CBS News • 11 Aug 14:05

NASA says the Perseids will reach their maximum activity on Aug. 12-13, offering 50-100 meteors per hour, with dark skies aided by a new moon.

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Perseid meteor shower peaks as total solar eclipse crosses Europe
Perseid meteor shower peaks as total solar eclipse crosses Europe

The Independent • 11 Aug 08:10

The Perseids are expected to produce up to 100 meteors per hour on Wednesday night, coinciding with a total solar eclipse in parts of Europe, with optimal viewing after totality under new-moon skies.

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August 10, 2026
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Perseid meteor shower peaks midweek with ideal viewing conditions despite coastal fog
Perseid meteor shower peaks midweek with ideal viewing conditions despite coastal fog

sfchronicle.com • 10 Aug 18:22

The Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak on Wednesday night into early Thursday, offering up to 50 meteors per hour, though coastal fog and monsoon clouds may limit visibility in the Bay Area.

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Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug. 12-13 with up to 100 meteors per hour in Oregon
Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug. 12-13 with up to 100 meteors per hour in Oregon

KATU • 10 Aug 00:40

The Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak on Aug. 12-13, offering 50-100 meteors per hour and bright fireballs, with dark skies aided by a new moon. OMSI and NASA host viewing events in Oregon.

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August 09, 2026
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New moon promises optimal viewing for Perseid meteor shower
New moon promises optimal viewing for Perseid meteor shower

AP News • 09 Aug 11:58

Astronomers say the 2026 Perseid meteor shower could produce up to 100 meteors per hour under ideal dark-sky conditions, aided by a new moon and favorable timing.

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August 03, 2026
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Perseids meteor shower to peak Aug. 12-13 under dark new-moon skies
Perseids meteor shower to peak Aug. 12-13 under dark new-moon skies

Denver Gazette • 03 Aug 22:18

The annual Perseids meteor shower is expected to reach its maximum on Aug. 12-13, with ideal viewing conditions thanks to a new moon and potentially up to 90 meteors per hour in dark locations.

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