The Perseid meteor shower is an annual celestial event that occurs every August. It is caused by the Earth passing through the debris left behind by the Swift-Tuttle comet. As these tiny particles enter our atmosphere, they burn up and create bright streaks of light in the night sky, known as meteors. During the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, which usually happens around August 12-13, skywatchers can see up to 60 meteors per hour. This makes it one of the most popular meteor showers to observe. To enjoy the show, find a dark spot away from city lights and look up at the sky!