Wednesday’s Cosmic Triple Threat | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

Wednesday, August 12th, is cosmic prime time—skywatchers brace for a triple celestial spectacle: a rare planetary alignment, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, and a partial solar eclipse. Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, Mercury, Uranus, and Neptune align in the sky (some needing binoculars), while the new moon ensures darker skies for dazzling meteor displays after midnight. Meanwhile, a partial solar eclipse sweeps across 20 U.S. states—with the Northeast getting the best view around midafternoon. Don’t miss this universe’s blockbuster night. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…