The Perseids return to the August sky — and this year, the Moon is staying out of th

The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak in the August sky. This event will occur from August 12 to early August 13. A new moon during this time will result in ultra dark skies, which could allow for better viewing conditions.

South Texas viewers, including those in Terrell Hills, may be able to spot a significant number of meteors per hour after midnight, depending on cloud cover and city light interference, with estimates suggesting 30 to 50 meteors per hour.