UPDATE: Meteor Shower To Dazzle Tonight; Clear Skies Predicted
Viewers should be able to observe around 80 "shooting stars" per hour during this year's Perseid Meteor Shower.
UPDATE, Saturday, Aug. 11, 10:45 a.m.: Despite a cloudy start to the day, skies over Johns Creek are predicted to be mostly clear by 1 a.m., making way for a good view of the meteor shower. Friday, Aug. 10, 4 p.m.: The Perseid Meteor shower has some added bonuses this year: It will occur on a night when the moon is in its waning crescent phase, which means the moonlight won't interfere with your view of the dashing meteors, according to Astronomy.com. And it's on a Saturday night, which means people can stay up late and sleep in the next day You don't even need a telescope. Just spread out a blanket, maybe a late-night picnic, kick back and enjoy! Perseid Meteor Trivia: Where to view: Will you be watching the Perseid Meteor shower? If so…
