The most beautiful meteor shower of the year and amazing astronomical phenomena in August

This August, some of the most exciting astronomical events of 2021 will take place. One of them is the brilliant Perseid meteor shower, which will light up the night sky on August 12.

Meteor Shower - Night of 12/8

The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most beautiful meteor showers of the year that will peak on the night of August 12 and 13.

The Perseids originate from the comet Swift-Tuttle, discovered in 1862, famous for its large number of bright meteors. At its peak, the Perseids meteor shower reaches a frequency of up to 60 to 100 meteors per hour.

Mars and Mercury Appear Together - August 18

At the time of sunset on August 18, astronomy lovers have the opportunity to watch the interesting astronomical phenomenon Mars and Mercury appear together. Due to being illuminated by the sun, Mercury will be brighter than Mars. For a good view, viewers turn their eyes to the west of the horizon.

Jupiter shines in the sky - August 19

On August 19, Jupiter - the largest planet in our solar system will shine brightest in the sky and can be clearly seen when standing on Earth. At that time, astronomy lovers can observe Jupiter with the naked eye.

However, Jupiter will be brightest in the sky on August 19. Astronomy lovers can completely see Jupiter with the naked eye.

Full Moon - August 22

On August 22, there will be a full moon in August, also known as 'sturgeon moon' as the Native Americans call it.