The Perseids peak on the evening of August 12, 2026; an observing listing gives August 12–13 as the event dates.
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NASA says the annual Perseid meteor shower peaks on the evening of August 12, 2026. An observing listing gives Wednesday, August 12, through Thursday, August 13, as the dates. NASA notes that meteors are typically best seen between midnight and dawn; binoculars are not needed, and a dark-sky location helps.
