Perseid meteor shower peaks on August 12-13: How to watch
The Perseid meteor shower is set to peak on August 12 and 13, 2025.
Usually, you could spot up to 100 meteors an hour, but thanks to a bright, nearly full moon, expect around 15 per hour this time.
Still, it's a great excuse to stay up late and catch some shooting stars as Earth passes through comet Swift-Tuttle's debris.
Tips for spotting meteors
Meteor expert Robert Lunsford suggests heading out between 1am and 5am local time for the best chance—just try to keep the moon out of your line of sight.
The action happens near the star Eta Persei in the northeastern sky; using a stargazing app can help you find it fast.
If you're out earlier (from about 10pm), keep an eye out for "earthgrazers"—those are especially bright meteors that skim across the horizon for a few seconds.
Even with some moonlight, you might still catch a few impressive fireballs!