A meteor shower will be passing by Earth for the next few weeks, filling our skies with shooting stars.
The Perseids shower happens every year around August, and is visible to the naked eye.
If you want to catch a glimpse of the shower, Planetarium Astronomer with Manitoba Museum Scott Young explains the best time to watch.
“For us in North America the best time for us to observe it is after midnight on the 11th into the morning of the 12th. It’s kind of an early morning rise; the best time will be around 2 and 4 in the morning.”
He adds that you’ll have the best view if you get away from city lights, and sit with your back to the moon.
For more information about the meteor shower, visit manitobamuseum.ca.
