Catch The Best And Brightest Meteor Shower Of The Year When It Appears Over Wisconsin In August

Recreation looks a bit different these days. Crowded locales have become places to avoid, while outdoor activities and attractions have become increasingly popular over the past several months. And if you’re looking for more options for outdoor fun, you’re in luck. In just a few short days, Mother Nature will be putting on an incredible show in the sky, and you don’t want to miss it. Read on to learn all the details.

A pandemic can’t stop Mother Nature! The Perseid meteor shower takes place every year from mid-July - August, and this year is no different.

Among the most beloved celestial shows of the year, Perseids are fast and bright meteors that often leave streaks of light behind them as they soar through the sky.

Perseids radiate from the constellation Perseus – hence the name. However, locating the constellation isn’t necessary since the meteors can be seen in all portions of the sky.

The best time to view the Perseid meteor shower is during its peak, at which time it produces up to 100 visible meteors per hour!

In 2020, the Perseids are expected to peak on August 11 – 13, with the best viewing taking place between midnight and pre-dawn hours.

All you need to see the meteor shower is your peepers – that’s it. Of course, choosing the right viewing spot is key.

Any rural area that’s free of light pollution should afford exceptional views of the soaring Perseids. As a rule of thumb, the more stars you can see, the more meteors you’ll be able to see.

If you don’t live in a rural area, that’s okay. Wisconsin’s got lots of spots perfect for stargazing, including Newport State Park, which is a designated International Dark Sky Park.

Other popular stargazing spots include Lakeshore State Park, Madeline Island, and Point Beach State Forest.

So, did you know about this upcoming celestial event? Already planned on checking it out? Have you made it a point to watch in past years? Tell us in the comments section.

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