Starry night of the Perseids: how to properly observe shooting stars?

2023-08-12 18:24:22

Shooting stars will be more visible in places away from the city and light pollution. Choose a dark, secluded location with a clear horizon.

Take a few minutes to let your eyes adjust to the darkness. The use of a telescope is not necessary, a wide field of view is sufficient.

NASA advises to “lie down with your feet pointing roughly to the northeast, and look straight up”.

After 32 years of observation, Emmanuel Jehin, astronomer, explains that “during the best years, it is possible to see two shooting stars per minute”.

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