It will reach its largest size around 2:30 p.m.

ET, but stargazers can watch for it just after the sun sets just before 9 p.m.

ET in New York City, according toSpace.com.

Perseid shower

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The showers activity peaks around midnight on August 12 until dawn on August 13.

Look to the southern sky between the Altair and Cebalrai stars to see three clusters well.

Halfway between Cebalrai and Altair youll find the Tweedledum Cluster, as well as Graffs Cluster.

The former is smaller but brighter, while the latter appears larger yet dimmer.

During this period, the planet will appear at its brightest and most visible.

Use a medium or large telescope to see Saturn and its moons up close.

A blue moon is the name for the second full moon in one calendar month.