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Perseid Meteor Shower Set to Dazzle Vancouver Skies with Up to 100 Meteors Per Hour

Skywatchers in Vancouver are in for a treat this month as the annual Perseid meteor shower returns — and this year's edition comes with a special astronomical bonus.

While the Perseids make an appearance every August, 2026's display benefits from perfectly timed conditions: the meteor shower peaks during a new moon, meaning darker skies and far better visibility.

Experts at Vancouver's H.R. MacMillan Space Centre predict the celestial show will hit its stride between August 12 and 13.

Weather permitting, Metro Vancouver residents should have prime viewing conditions, though astronomer Dr. Rosanna Tilbrook offers some key tips for the best experience.

"It's always best to try and get away from bright lights or heavily light-polluted areas," Tilbrook told Daily Hive.

The Perseids are already visible now and will remain active through August 24, but the true peak falls on the evening of August 12 and the pre-dawn hours of August 13.

"Observers under dark skies can expect to see up to 100+ meteors an hour! Observing from a dark area with a wide, unobstructed view of the sky will increase your chances of seeing meteors."

Best of all, you won't need to venture far from the city to catch the action.

"For best viewing, find somewhere away from bright lights and with a wide view of the sky. Beaches like Spanish Banks or Wreck Beach are good spots, and city parks can be good options too, as long as there aren't any streetlights around," she advised.

For those willing to drive a bit farther, Tilbrook recommends Porteau Cove along the Sea-to-Sky Highway — a favourite among the local stargazing community for its reliably dark skies. "Although the ambient light pollution in Vancouver will generally limit your ability to see faint meteors, the direct glare from streetlights is the biggest problem when stargazing."

The coincidence with the new moon is particularly fortunate this year. "This means that we should get a clearer view compared to previous years, as moonlight will not hamper the experience," Tilbrook explained. Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through debris trails left behind by comets — in this case, the comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle.

As a bonus, the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre is hosting a special event on August 13 called "Perseid: Skywatching 101" for those who want a guided viewing experience.

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