Perseid meteor shower 2024: where and when to see, what they are and what day they start

Of course at some point we have everything Star gazing With a perfectly clear sky. now, In the summerThere are better dates to do it from Spain, more specifically if we want to see PerseidsUsually a meteorite fall Continue through these months.

They are about a star shower That, every year, create a Great expectationsMost anticipated and well known in the world. Although they lasted a month, starting in mid-July, their High intensity They usually fall in between 10 and the August 13. In fact, they are commonly called “” for this reason.Tears of St. Lawrence“, due to In the vicinity of this festival Celebrated on 10th August.

However, if you want to notice them Maximum perfectionYou should have many factors to consider.

In principle, we can think of Perseid Shower as having its own high point At night, however, step National Geographic InstituteThis will happen August 12 afternoon3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. In this way, it will be very difficult to see their maximum strength from Spain. As well as, when Night time On this same day a was observed Very similar size These meteorites.

Most of these effects the moon found in Growing stageThat is, it will be hidden further in advance. In this way, the luminosity of the satellite will not be a hindrance See Perseids. Also, there will be heavens Mostly clear Given the nice temperatures there tonight.

Regarding the highly recommended place to enjoy this scenic view, it is remote areas Urban centers or, failing that, rarely exist Light pollution. More specifically, places with a certain heightMountain or mountain spots are favorable for viewing meteor showers.

However, this year the Number of meteors Although we are roughly in a position to think about them, not very much 50 impressions per hour. In Best conditionsAverage will be around 110 stars Every hour.

As their name suggests, these shooting stars are from Perseus constellation. Its origin is seen Comet 109P/Swift-TuttleBeing Perseids Remaining emanated from this star Snow, rock and dust. Likewise, the earth Every year gets closer These remnants of the comet can be observed year after year.

On the other hand, even if it is true that they come from this galaxy, this does not mean that we should see. to a certain point They can be observed in the sky. Comet fragments will expand All over the universe, so they can be seen No point. Likewise, it is recommended to keep your eyes open Dark areasIt appears from one moment to the next.