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Epsilon Perseids meteor shower 2026

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The epsilon Perseids meteor shower is expected to be active from September 5 to September 21, 2026. These meteors enter the atmosphere at speeds of approximately 64–65 km/s, with a radiant point located in the constellation Perseus. Unlike the August Perseids, the parent body for this shower has not been definitively identified, though orbital calculations suggest an undiscovered comet in a long-period, retrograde orbit. As the shower ~~approaches~~ reaches its peak on during the night of September 9 to September 10, 2026, observers anticipate favorable viewing ~~conditions due to a thin waning crescent moon providing minimal light interference.~~ conditions. While ~~initial estimates suggested approximately four meteors per hour,~~ the Rozhen National Astronomical Observatory ~~suggests~~ previously suggested activity could reach approximately 8 meteors per hour, the American Meteor Society and the International Meteor Organization expect approximately one meteor per hour under ideal conditions. Viewing conditions are aided by a new moon on September 11, which will provide minimal moonlight interference. Peak activity is anticipated around 21:00 Bulgarian time, though experts recommend optimal viewing after midnight once the Perseus constellation rises higher in the sky. Observers are advised to find locations with minimal light pollution and a wide view of the sky, noting that no telescopes or binoculars are required to see the brief, bright light trails.

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