Learn when and where to watch the 2025 Perseid meteor shower, with expert tips from NASA scientists for the best viewing experience.

The Perseid meteor shower 2025 peaked Aug. 12-13, delighting skywatchers worldwide. The Perseid meteor shower peaked on Aug 12–13, overcoming the glare of a waning gibbous moon to put on a spectacular show of shooting stars that delighted onlookers worldwide.

The Perseid shower, which has been active since July 17, is “considered the best meteor shower of the year,” according to NASA. At its peak, viewers could see up to 100 streaks every hour, which is high compared to the average peak meteor shower rate of at least 15 meteors every hour.