August Night Sky Events 2022
August Night Sky Events of 2022 August is a wonderful month for stargazers to observe a variety of astronomical events. During the month, the moon will reach its full phase, while several planets and stars will be visible in the sky. Below is an outline of some of the night sky events to look forward to in August 2022. Perseid Meteor Shower The Perseid meteor shower is an annual event that takes place in the night sky during the month of August. This spectacular shower is caused by debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle. The peak of the shower is expected to occur on the 12th of August 2022. During the peak, viewers may be able to witness up to 60 meteors per hour. The best time to observe the Perseid meteor shower is after midnight, when the moon sets and the night sky is dark. Venus and Mars Visible in the Sky Venus and Mars will both be visible in the night sky in August 2022. Venus will be the brightest of the two planets, and it will be visible in the western sky after sunset. M...
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