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The Perseid meteor shower peaks this week. CBC Kids News contributor Zach Morin explains what causes it and how to watch.

Trending in 7 countries:

Peak volume

500+

First seen

2026-08-12

Last seen

2026-08-13

Days trending

2 / 2

Countries

7

Trending timeline

100+

500+

Latest related news (2026-08-13)

View the peak of a dazzling meteor shower with northern lights in Vancouver — Vancouver Is Awesome
Sky-gazers can look forward to a stunning meteor shower peak this week. How and when to see it — CNN
Partial solar eclipse and meteor shower will be visible from Montreal on Wednesday — Montreal Gazette