The best time to view the Perseids is between midnight and dawn, according to the society. A good day to view them is Thursday, July 24. That's when the new moon is, according to the Farmers' Almanac. This will make the night skies darker and optimal for stargazing.

The Perseid meteor shower has begun with shooting stars and zooming fireballs. Here's where, when, what time, how to watch for best visibility

Each summer, skywatchers around the globe eagerly await that year's Perseid meteor shower as the 2025 meteor shower season kicks off tonight. But there's a catch this year: the Perseids will have to compete with a bright moon.