Perseid Meteor Shower 2023: When It Is and How to Watch the Peak

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Perseid Meteor Shower 2023: When It Is and How to Watch the Peak

Perseid Meteor Shower 2023: When It Is and How to Watch the Peak

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Published 13 Aug 2023

Meteors are bits of ice, rock and dust that are vaporized as they travel through Earth’s atmosphere. Astronomers say sky watchers should prepare for a visual treat this weekend as the annual Perseid meteor shower peaks Saturday evening into Sunday morning.

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