August's Night Sky: Meteor Showers, Moon Rises, and Planetary Alignments
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The Perseid meteor shower, known for bright fireballs and long-lasting meteors, is currently active and reaching its peak around August 12-13, offering a spectacular skywatching opportunity until August 23, with the best viewing before dawn.
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