Up to 120 meteors per hour visible on the night of August 12-13

On the night of August 12–13, up to 120 meteors per hour can be seen.

This night marks the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. The best time to observe the sky is from 11:00 PM until dawn.

To see more "falling stars," it is best to choose a location far from city lights and look towards the northeast.