Perseid meteor shower

Posted by Dobrien 10 years ago to Science
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The Perseid meteor shower this year is expected to be spectacular due to Jupiter pulling the ancient comets tail debris closer to the Earths path. The comet Swift-Tuttle circles the sun every 133 years it was first chronicled in 36 AD.
The best viewing will be after midnight into dawn Friday morn.

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  • Posted by awebb 10 years ago in reply to this comment.
    I saw a few but unfortunately the viewing wasn't the best. I'm on a ship so the wind and the lights from the ship made it less than ideal. But still beautiful. I'll be looking again tonight.
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  • Posted by Dobrien 10 years ago in reply to this comment.
    Some trails are happy ones
    Others are blue
    It's the way you ride the trail that counts
    Here's a happy one to you......
    Roy Rogers
    When away from the city lights the stars fill the night sky. I hope you have clear skies as it is overcast here no viewing tonight I'm hopping tomorrow will allow for better sky gazing.
    I would like to read about your experience .
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  • Posted by awebb 10 years ago
    I'm currently on my way up to Alaska... hoping to catch a glimpse of it tonight/tomorrow.
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  • Posted by ObjectiveAnalyst 10 years ago
    Hello Dobrien,
    Thank's for the reminder. I always look forward to this yearly event. The warm summer nights are always inviting. It is a wonder for the mind and a treat for the eyes.
    Respectfully,
    O.A.
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  • Posted by Dobrien 10 years ago
    Starts Thursday night August 11,13 to dawn Saturday . 200 shooting stars per hour expected vs 70-80 normal year.
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