Yandex Weather team stated that ideal conditions to observe the Perseid meteor shower will prevail in Turkey on August 12. This visual feast, which takes place every year in August, occurs when the dusty particles left behind by the Swift-Tuttle comet enter the Earth’s atmosphere and burn. This event is called the Perseid meteor shower because it comes from the constellation Perseus.
The most intense period of the meteor shower will be on the night of August 12-13. Tonight, those looking at the sky will be able to see between 60 and 100 meteors per hour. The best time for observation is stated to be after midnight, when the Moon drops below the horizon. Maximum density will occur between 02:00 and 04:00 in the morning.
Ideal observation conditions in Turkey
The weather will be clear across Türkiye thanks to a strong anticyclone. This provides an excellent opportunity for those who want to watch the meteor shower. The air temperature will be above 30°C in cities such as Izmir, Antalya, Adana, Gaziantep and Diyarbakır. The weather will also be clear and cloudless in Istanbul, Izmir, Antalya, Diyarbakir and Ankara, which means that the meteor shower will be clearly visible in these cities. In Samsun, the probability of viewing may be slightly lower as the weather will be partly cloudy.
Suggestions for Watching the Meteor Shower
- Get away from city lights: Light pollution makes it difficult to see the meteor shower. So choose a dark place away from the city.
- Go early: It will be beneficial to go to the observation site early to allow your eyes to get used to the darkness.
- Choose a comfortable area: Take a mat or sun lounger with you for long-term observation.
- Have cold drinks: Don’t forget to take cold drinks with you to stay comfortable during the observation.
Weather and Observation Probability by City
| City | 12 August, evening and night | Possibility of seeing the Perseid meteor shower clearly |
|---|---|---|
| Ankara | Open, 20-28°C | High |
| İstanbul | Open, 25-30°C | High |
| İzmir | Open, 26-32°C | High |
| Bursa | Open, 23-29°C | High |
| Samsun | Partly cloudy, 24-28°C | Medium |
| Antalya | Open, 28-34°C | High |
| Adana | Clear/partly cloudy, 28-32°C | High |
| Gaziantep | Open, 26-32°C | High |
| Konya | Open, 21-27°C | High |
| Diyarbakir | Open, 27-33°C | High |
The Perseid meteor shower offers a unique experience for sky enthusiasts. According to Yandex Weather data, there are ideal conditions to watch this cosmic feast across Türkiye. Make your preparations so you don’t miss this night and enjoy the sky.
Source link: https://www.teknoblog.com/perseid-meteor-yagmuru-turkiye-izlenme-kosullari/