Perseid Meteor shower to dazzle Irish skies with up to 100 shooting stars per hour

Perseid Meteor shower to dazzle Irish skies with up to 100 shooting stars per hour

Irish stargazers are in for a spectacular treat tonight as the annual Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak, potentially delivering up to 100 visible shooting stars per hour across the country’s darkest locations. The Perseids, named after the constellation Perseus from which they appear to radiate, rank among the year’s most impressive celestial displays due … Read more

Ireland likely to witness Perseid meteor shower and possible Aurora tonight

Ireland likely to witness Perseid meteor shower and possible Aurora tonight

Met Eireann announced on Tuesday that tonight could offer stargazers in Ireland “some opportunity” to witness the Perseid meteor shower and, potentially, the aurora borealis. The Irish meteorological service reported that conditions will be optimal in the eastern part of the country, with clear skies forecast. The Perseid meteor shower, known for its swift and … Read more