Night of Wishes: The Perseids Return, Up to 100 Shooting Stars Per Hour

Every summer, the August sky lights up with magic with one of the astronomical events One of the year's most fascinating meteor showers: the Perseid meteor shower. This celestial phenomenon, caused by fragments left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle, will continue to provide an unforgettable spectacle for astronomy enthusiasts and dreamers of all ages in 2025.

Shooting stars already visible at the end of July

This year the event takes place a little early, in fact, the shower will be visible as early as the end of July, although the maximum peak is expected between August 11th and 13th, with the peak expected on the night of August 12th. However, there is a small drawback: this year, the moon will be almost full precisely on the days of the peak and could make it more difficult to observe the fainter meteors, obscured by the strong lunar brightness.

When to observe for the best show? For those who want a more evocative experience, experts recommend moving the observation forward to these days at the end of the month, until July 28-29 or between August 16 and 26, when the sky will be darker and the absence of the moon will allow for better visibility of the shooting stars.

Some advices

How to best enjoy the Perseids? Here are some practical tips for observing the meteors most effectively:

• Choose a location away from the light pollution of cities
• Bring a blanket with you, lie down and look towards the northeast, where the constellation Perseus is located.
• Be patient: your eyes take at least 15-20 minutes to adjust to the darkness, only then will you be able to spot even the faintest meteors.

Under ideal conditions, you can observe up to 100 meteors per hour, especially between 2 and 4 a.m., the central hours of the night, when the sky is clearest and the darkness is deepest. The Perseid meteor shower, also known as the "Tears of San Lorenzo," continues to represent a unique opportunity to rediscover the enchantment of the celestial vault. A perfect opportunity to unwind, marvel, and, why not, make a wish while gazing at a shooting star.