August 14th 2023.
The annual Perseids meteor shower, considered one of the highlights of the astronomical year, reached its peak over the weekend. British stargazers were disappointed with the cloudy conditions across most of the UK, including Scotland and Northern Ireland. However, stargazers in parts of England, including the central, southern and eastern regions, had the chance to witness the celestial phenomenon as the sky was illuminated with flashes of up to 100 shooting stars.
It wasn't just stargazers in England that had the chance to witness the phenomenon. Meteor sightings were also reported in Spain, Israel and across central to eastern Europe. Both amateurs and professional photographers around the world recorded and shared the meteor sightings.
The Perseids meteor shower occurs every year between July 17 and August 24. This year, the moon was a waning crescent, making it an excellent time for meteor spotting. The most spectacular meteor shower of the year peaked over the weekend, making it a spectacular night for stargazers.
The night sky was illuminated with even more lights as 'Russian space junk' streaked through the sky like a meteor in Melbourne. It was a sight to behold for stargazers all around the world.
If you missed the Perseids meteor shower this year, don't worry. You can still watch the spectacular night sky show in the coming weeks until it ends on August 24. All you need to do is find a spot with minimal light pollution and clear skies, and enjoy the show!
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