August Skywatch: Eclipses & Meteors | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Get ready to gaze skyward this August — you’re in for a cosmic treat! On the 12th, witness a partial solar eclipse (20% coverage) if you’re in Vermont or Northern NY — safety first: eclipse glasses mandatory. That same night, peak Perseid meteor shower fireworks light up the sky with 50-100 meteors per hour — best viewed before dawn, far from city lights. Then on the 27th-28th, a dramatic partial lunar eclipse turns the moon blood-red as 93% dips into Earth’s shadow — no gear needed, just your eyes. Don’t miss these celestial shows — they’re happening right in your backyard. Listen in…