The Perseid Meteor Shower will achieve its most stunning climax on Tuesday evening

Get ready for a celestial spectacle as the annual Perseid meteor shower peaks this Tuesday night! This long-lived, dense, and active meteor shower is set to light up the night sky, offering a perfect opportunity for both beginners and seasoned stargazers.

Experts, including Marcus Schenk who provides detailed observation guidance for the Perseids 2025, have predicted the peak date to be between August 12 and 13, with the best observation time around 3:00 AM. However, the shower has been running for a few weeks and will continue until around August 24.

To fully enjoy this cosmic display, stargazers are advised to let their eyes adjust to the dark for about half an hour. Viewers should avoid city lights and street lamps for optimal viewing, and it's recommended to find a flat, dark location. Getting into a dark location, such as a field in the south-east of England or London, is better than being in Aberdeen.

The meteor shower will be in the north-east as the sun is going down. During the peak, around 150 meteors are expected to cross the sky per hour, but only about 100 could be seen per hour in certain locations. These shooting stars generally last a second or two and sometimes appear in flurries. Rarer meteors the size of a fist or basketball produce longer tails and are known as fireballs. These spectacular events can last 5 to 10 seconds, but Dr. Bloomer has only ever seen one.

It's important to note that the almost-full waning moon early in the week could make the Perseid meteor shower less visible. Also, Perseid is lower on the horizon for observers in the southern regions.

While the Perseid meteor shower is a regular event, a bolide - a rare and bright meteor - is a national emergency type thing. So, keep your eyes peeled for these celestial surprises!

Remember, if you're struggling to see the meteors, turning and watching through your peripheral vision can help. So, mark your calendars, find a dark spot, and get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars!

The Perseid Meteor Shower will achieve its most stunning climax on Tuesday evening