For the best viewing experience, find a safe, dark spot away from city lights with a wide view of the sky. The shower will remain active until Sept. 1, though Tuesday night offers peak viewing opportunities. Just remember to dress warmly, bring a comfortable chair and give your eyes about 30 minutes to adjust to the darkness.

Perseid meteor shower peaks August 12–13 with up to 100 meteors/hour; watch live or catch fireballs before dawn. Follow Newsweek's live blog.

The Perseid meteor shower is expected to reach peak activity on Tuesday evening (Aug. 12) through the early morning hours of Wednesday (Aug. 13). The Virtual Telescope Project will host a free livestream on Tuesday beginning at 5 p.m. EDT (2100 GMT), offering skywatchers real-time views of dozens of shooting stars every hour.