The Perseid meteor shower is one of the brightest and fastest meteor showers of the year. Here is all you need to know about the meteor shower and how to view it in the UK. What is the Perseid meteor shower? According to Royal Museums Greenwich, the average speed for a Perseid meteor is 36 miles per second. The Perseid meteor shower will remain active and visible in the skies until August 24, it is expected to peak on August 12.

Source: The Times August 11, 2025 23:38 UTC