Posted on 08/11/2018 2:33:29 PM PDT by MtnClimber
The new moon of August comes on Saturday the 11th this year, perfectly timed to bring dark, moonless nights around the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Indeed, 2018 is an excellent year to watch for these meteors; such moonless-sky conditions are ideal for observing the Perseids.
Moreover, Earth should pass through the shower's richest part around 9 p.m. Eastern time on Sunday, Aug. 12 (0100 GMT on Aug. 13).
So, late that night into the predawn hours of Monday, Aug. 13, viewers in North America and Europe should have the best seats in the house. Late-summer campers should put their sleeping bags outside the tent to enjoy this "Old Faithful" of meteor showers.
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If the sky is clear, this should be a great year. Earth is passing through a more dense region of debris and it aligns with the new moon. I live in the Colorado Rockies with no lights from a city to mess up the view.
I forgot to mention that between midnight and sunrise is the best viewing time. This time is when the side of earth is on the side in the direction that Earth is travelling so more chances to have impacts with meteorites.
Lucky you. I live in the city. Trying to decide where in the country I should drive to observe. I’m thinking about going around when the 12th turns to the 13th. Also, a gravel road on the edge of a farm sounds like a good strategy.
Sometimes I wish I was back in Montezuma, Summit County, where you’re almost above the atmosphere, besides being pretty much vacant of outdoor lights!
I'm in Mesa County, probably west of you. We've had a white sky for days, filled with smoke from fires all over the West. I probably won't see much here except overhead.
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Yes, I live at 8,500 ft elevation near the top of the north ridge of a mountain. I have some obstructed view to the east, but to the west there is nothing for about 7 miles until the continental divide.
I am in Gilpin County.
That ‘sprains your nick. Okay if I call you mountain head?
Triffids. Just sayin’.
‘splains, I meant.
Spending the weekend at a friend’s cabin by Mount Rainier. Saw about a half dozen shooting stars last night!
Me and the wife are going to a meadow in the RMNP tonight to try and catch some of it.
Cool. I honestly can’t remember seeing a shooting star...and I’m an old dude. Gotta get out there.
“Here’s What to Expect”
Clouds last 3 tears!
Thanks to Ahole Brown and all the smoke blowing in from the Big Craphole on the west coast we won’t be able to see jack in Salt Lake City. Thanks envirowackos!
Fix your darn link.
I clicked and clicked - nothing!
I save your rife, only five dollah! What your bank acct, must have now.
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