Again in August, taking advantage of the summer, the good weather and the possibility of accessing a very open space without light pollution, we have the option of see the famous Perseids with the kids The rain of stars that in 2012, and as reported by the IAC (Institute of Astrophysics of the Canary Islands) will reach its maximum activity the nights from 11 to 12 and from 12 to 13 August.
As we always have in Peques and Más, the constellation of the Perseids is related to the rain of stars that happens between July and August of each year, although the busiest days are those between August 11 and 13. The days when you can see the best are weekend, Saturday and Sunday, and the moon is not full this year. It will be waning and it will be new on August 17.
If you have the option to approach some clear place, with the kids, lie down, cover up and enjoy if you are lucky counting meteorites at nightfall and before the children fall asleep. It is a way of creating a hobby of astronomy. Time will have to be closer to other more ambitious goals.
As we always say, the best way to enjoy the rain of stars is at a glance, without binoculars or telescopes and in a comfortable position that allows to see the largest possible field of sky. So look for a clear horizon, look northeast and enjoy the show.
If you can not see many remember that there are many lucky people in the world who do see them, photograph them and also share them on the Internet as the beautiful image illustrated in the article.
