The Perseid meteor shower, known for bright meteors, will see reduced visibility this year, with only 10 to 20 meteors per hour expected due to the bright August full moon. The shower peaks on August 11-12 and 12-13,

The Perseid meteor shower is peaking soon. This year, a bright moon will hinder viewing during peak viewing early Wednesday, so experts suggest waiting a week for darker skies.

It’s finally time to watch one of the best meteor showers of the year: the brilliant display known as the Perseids. The Perseid meteor shower, which is known for producing dozens of bright meteors that leave long streaks in their wake, is set to peak at 4 p.m. ET Tuesday.