Perseid Meteor Shower Guide | Charlottesville News

Charlottesville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

Get ready for the Perseid meteor shower — one of the year’s most dazzling sky shows! Peaking August 12-13, this cosmic spectacle features streaks of light from debris left by Comet Swift-Tuttle. While a nearly full moon might dim things slightly, it won’t ruin the view. Escape city lights, find a dark spot, and let your eyes adjust — patience pays off. Whether you’re catching the peak or just stragglers before/after, this ancient, awe-inspiring event reminds us how small we are under the vast, starry sky. Mark your calendar, grab a blanket, and look up — magic is falling above you. Listen in…