Meteor Showers, Eclipses, and More Are on the August 2026 Astronomical Calendar
Every August, Earth passes through the trail of particles left behind by Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle. As the fragments enter the atmosphere at high speed, they produce an intense meteor shower.In 2026, activity will peak during the night of Wednesday, August 12, and extend into the early morning hours of the following day. That means the sky will be exceptionally dark, offering prime viewing conditions.The Perseids appear to radiate from the constellation Perseus.
- ▪Every August, Earth passes through the trail of particles left behind by Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle.
- ▪As the fragments enter the atmosphere at high speed, they produce an intense meteor shower.In 2026, activity will peak during the night of Wednesday, August 12, and extend into the early morning hours of the following day.
- ▪That means the sky will be exceptionally dark, offering prime viewing conditions.The Perseids appear to radiate from the constellation Perseus.
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Jorge GarayScienceAug 6, 2026 8:00 AMA Meteor Shower, Eclipses, and More Are on the August 2026 Astronomical CalendarHere’s when some of this year’s most anticipated astronomical events will happen and the best way to observe them.A view of planets in a row, simulating a planetary alignment.Illustration: buradaki/GETTY IMAGESCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyFor astronomy enthusiasts, August 2026 will be a month to remember. Some of the most spectacular celestial phenomena—including ones that are easy to observe without telescopes or other specialized equipment—will all occur during the same week.It’s a great time to get your viewing plans together and start refreshing your weather app to see whether the skies will be clear where you are to catch…
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