August 2018 will delight astronomy lovers with an interesting cosmic phenomenon - starfall. It is formed due to the passage of the Perseid meteor shower in the field of view of the earth. The peak of the phenomenon will be on August 12-13, 2018.
A meteor shower under the romantic name of the Perseids is observed after midnight and before the Sun begins to appear in the sky. From August 11 to 13, a maximum of meteors will fall within an hour.
During the flash, sunbathing in the atmosphere of a meteor, you can make a wish. After all, it is not in vain that people say that wishes made during the fall of a star come true.
The Perseid meteor shower will be the brightest astronomical event
This meteor shower was talked about as early as 36 AD. e. It is the oldest, most anticipated and one of the TOP 3 largest meteor showers. In the Middle Ages in the VIII century, he was given another name - "tears of immaculate Lawrence." It comes from a festival held in Italy on the night of August 11th.
The bright August meteor shower was discovered by an astronomer from Belgium, meteorologist Adolf Ketele in 1835. Four years later, for the first time, the approximate number of meteors that fell within an hour was calculated - 160 pieces.
The Perseids appear when the Earth passes through dust particles as small as grains of sand. They remain from the Swift-Tuttle, burn up in the atmosphere of our planet, so we observe the stellar rain. Initially, the meteor shower is very strong, and then begins to fade. The comet that left the particles passed by the Sun in 1992 in the winter. The next year, European astronomers recorded the fall of 200-500 meteors within an hour. The comet will fly past the Sun again in the summer of 2126.
The most anticipated meteor shower will be very bright. Astronomers expect up to 100 meteors per hour on August 11-13. Summer continues to amaze with astronomical events: July, for example, “gave” a lunar eclipse, the opposition of Mars, and on the 23rd, the Perseid stream began, which will end on August 20th. In addition, a partial solar eclipse is expected on August 11, and on this night, as well as on August 12 and 13, there will be a peak starfall. To see it better, you need to go out of town, to a place under the open dark sky, not illuminated by city lights.
Astrological Meteor Shower Significance
The constellation Perseus is considered ambiguous: one of the stars that make up it represents the head of the Gorgon Medusa. The whole figure symbolizes the struggle between Good and Evil, karma, predestination.
On the one hand, the Perseid meteor shower promises good luck in love. During this period, you need to solve the accumulated problems in order to get rid of them once and for all. For single people who dream of meeting their other half, this is also a great time. New acquaintances are of particular importance. All of them carry a certain meaning and favorable prospects.
At the same time, the likelihood of provoking new conflicts in an attempt to prove one's case increases. Emotionally unstable people may experience outbursts of anger, mood swings. It is dangerous to succumb to negative impulses, because there is a danger of losing control of yourself.
The mystical meaning of "starfall"
In the occult, "shooting stars" are traditionally associated with making wishes. Don't miss the opportunity to fulfill your dream. If you have time, just contemplate this most beautiful cosmic phenomenon. According to esotericists, such an activity will serve as a kind of meditation to restore vitality.
The summer of 2018 turned out to be rich in unique natural phenomena. In addition to a partial solar eclipse, which is expected on Saturday, August 11, the largest meteor shower of the year will also take place on the same day.
If the eclipse of the Sun cannot be observed live in Ukraine, then the meteor shower in clear weather will be visible in all its beauty.
What is a "rain of stars"?
In the last month of summer, the starry sky traditionally becomes an object of close attention for lovers of astronomy, astrology and simply beautiful natural phenomena. The thing is that in August you can observe the Perseids - a meteor shower coming from the constellation Perseus, which literally represents a "rain of stars" - meteors that rush through the sky at speeds up to 59 km / s.
The peak of starfall in 2018 is expected on the night of August 11-12 and from August 12-13, the most intense shower will take place on August 13 after midnight. According to preliminary estimates of scientists, its density will be moderate: 60-70 meteors per hour. Despite the impressive numbers, the stream will indeed be moderate, because, for example, in 2016, experts recorded indicators in the range of 150-200 meteors per hour.
When will the meteor shower in August 2018?
On the night of August 12-13, the most beautiful meteor shower of 2018 awaits the Russians. It will be a consequence of the maximum activity of the Perseid meteor shower. According to forecasts of the International Meteor Organization, at the peak of the August meteor shower, you can see up to 100 "shooting stars" (meteors) per hour.
Also, the absence of lunar illumination will positively affect the convenience of observing the stellar stream on the night of August 12-13, 2018, since the described event occurs just a day after the new moon, and the crescent of the young Moon will not yet be visible.
In general, the August Perseid meteor shower will decorate the night sky not only on the night of August 12 to August 13, 2018, but also on nearby dates. Starfall can be observed from July 20, 2018 to August 21, 2018. But it will be especially noticeable for several days before and after August 13, 2018.
Where will the meteor shower be seen from 12 to 13 August 2018?
Since the August meteor shower is a consequence of the Perseid meteor shower (named for the constellation from which it emerges), meteors will appear from the direction of the constellation Perseus.
In the night sky of the northern hemisphere, the constellation Perseus is located in the northeastern part of the sky, approximately in the center between the horizon and the zenith.
Why does starfall happen?
What is a starfall anyway? The name of this phenomenon is misleading and misleading some people. No, the stars do not fall down.
Astronomers call starfall a meteor shower, and it is created by numerous meteors - these are fragments of comets that enter the Earth's atmosphere and burn up in it, while on their way down they glow like stars.
If we talk about the Perseid stellar rain, it occurs when our planet passes through the plume of particles of comet Swift-Tuttle. From the Earth, it seems that the center from which the meteors fall is in the constellation Perseus.
But in reality, the meteor shower has nothing to do with this constellation, it simply bears its name and occurs in the same part of the sky.
The mystical meaning of starfall
In ancient times, when mankind did not yet know about the existence of regular meteor showers, their appearance instilled fear and surprise in people, and someone even believed that aliens had arrived.
There is a curious belief: if you make a wish on a shooting star, it will surely come true. Our ancestors thought so, and today many believe in omen, and oddly enough, very often it comes true.
In 2018, the night of August 11-12 coincides with the 1st lunar day - this is a great time to make a wish, the fulfillment of which will change your life.
To increase your chances, follow these simple rules:
- wishes are made in solitude;
- clearly state what you want, with all the details;
- name the exact date by which the wish must come true, let this date be realistic.
...where, when and what time it will be visible, how to find and watch a meteor shower - radiant
Viewing Suggestions: a minimum set for admiring nature consists of a warm jacket, beach blanket, mosquito spray. Optionally, a thermos with tea. In fact, the only thing you need to view is your eyes, memory and wish list. It is also worth considering that far from city lighting, the sky can be seen better. In this case, before viewing, you should not look at bright light and it is better to protect your eyes. It is also not recommended to sharply look away from one star to another, as in the dark a bright point may seem like a meteor.
Shooting the Perseids
Of course, many want to get a "memory photo", their own and real. It is also not difficult to do this. You just need to follow some manipulations, while you can do without a tripod. It is enough to put the camera on the mat with the lens up, preferably at the zenith. Change its location as you shoot to find the best view.
What is the best way to photograph the Perseid meteor shower?
- Use a wide angle lens;
- Open the aperture to capture more meteors. The best option is -f / 2, the parameter has a larger field of view;
- Use lens or fisheye option;
- Set your shutter speed to 30 seconds;
- Use burst shooting and auto mode to avoid missing meteors;
- Set the ISO value to 1600.
Happy viewing!
The most spectacular event of the summer - the Perseid meteor shower - the Russians can watch in all its glory this weekend. Shooting stars activity peaks on the night of August 12-13 - don't forget to make a wish, because in one hour you can watch up to a hundred meteors burning in the sky.
This year, the Perseid stream is not too active, because sometimes it reaches three hundred meteors per hour, but it's still worth seeing the spectacle. Romance, aesthetics, in the end, also scientific knowledge and unforgettable emotions - it would be a stupid mistake to miss the event.
Many look at the falling stars philosophically, others feel the mystical influence of an astronomical phenomenon - be that as it may, but there is a logical explanation for the stream, although some do not pay attention to it. Once a year, in the course of its movement, our planet passes through the dust trail of Comet Swift-Tuttle, located in the constellation Penrseid. In the sky, in fact, we do not observe shooting stars, but small particles of the tail of a comet, which, breaking off, burn out before reaching the Earth.
Where is the best place to watch the Perseid meteor shower in 2018 and what time
Starfall is visible from anywhere in our country. The main thing that astronomers advise is to leave or drive away from city lights in order to enjoy the action in full force. The moon will not interfere with viewing this summer - the meteor shower fell on the new moon, and therefore the satellite disk will not block your view.
The radiant of the Perseid stream is in the constellation Perseus, it is easy to find it in the sky to the right of Ursa Major, below the constellation Cassiopeia - the same letter W in the sky.
Starfall begins immediately with the advent of darkness, but if you want to see those very hundred stars per hour, then it is better not to sleep almost all night - the peak of starfall activity begins at 3 am and lasts until 5 am (unless, of course, dawn does not bother you).
Astronomers advise choosing a place for yourself so that the eastern or southern side of the horizon is clearly visible. A rug is spread on the ground - it is better to watch starfall in a horizontal position. If you want to make a wish, it is better to be alone or with the closest person (this is already the advice of astrologers). Try to literally absorb the energy of falling meteors and deeply believe that they are able to fulfill what you want.
Live broadcast of the Perseid meteor shower will be available on the Web
If you don’t have the opportunity to go on a romantic walk, you can also watch the starfall on the Web. The effect, of course, is not the same, but on the video you can definitely not miss a single shooting star.
Starfall videos are provided to a wide audience, both ordinary users who want to share their emotions with millions, and scientific stations that also do not ignore an important astronomical phenomenon.
Perseid Starfall August 12 watch online
The influence of starfall on the fate and well-being of a person - what to look for
The Perseid meteor shower will continue until August 20 inclusive - just this weekend turned out to be the most active. The impact of the meteor shower will be felt until the end of next week. No, it does not cause physical ailments, unlike magnetic storms and solar eclipses. But it makes a whole range of controversial emotions rage.
Perseus symbolizes the struggle between light and dark, and therefore you should not expect calm and stability during “his” meteor shower. You will be thrown from one decision to another, and most importantly - each will seem right. You can choose a really right path only based on your desires and feelings - that is, if there is even a drop of any doubt, immediately abandon the chosen path and look for the next one.
At this time, many will want to fight for justice, protect the weak, sort things out - the main thing is to do everything very carefully, finding out the motives of people and the reasons for their actions to the smallest detail, because often during the period of Perseus's power, you can misunderstand events or words and commit rash actions.
Try to be closer to your relatives, forgive people for their weaknesses, be kinder and more merciful - then the dark side will definitely not allow you to turn the path of your life in a completely wrong direction in a short time.
Starfall from August 12, 2018 to August 13, 2018 - what time and where will be visible
WHEN THE STARFALL WILL BE IN AUGUST 2018:
On the night of 12 to 13 August Russians are waiting for the most beautiful meteor shower of 2018. It will be a consequence of the maximum activity of the Perseid meteor shower. According to the forecasts of the International Meteor Organization, at the peak of the August meteor shower, you can see up to 100 "shooting stars" (meteors) per hour.
Also, the absence of lunar illumination will positively affect the convenience of observing the stellar stream on the night of August 12-13, 2018, since the event described occurs just a day after the new moon, and the crescent of the young moon will not yet be visible.
In general, the August Perseid meteor shower will decorate the night sky not only on the night of August 12 to August 13, 2018, but also on nearby dates. You can watch the starfall from from 20 July 2018 to 21 August 2018. But it will be especially noticeable for several days before and after August 13, 2018.
WHERE WILL BE VISIBLE (IN WHAT PART OF THE SKY) STAR FALL FROM AUGUST 12 TO 13, 2018:
Since the August meteor shower is a consequence of the Perseid meteor shower (named for the constellation from which it emerges), meteors will appear from the direction of the constellation Perseus.
In the night sky of the northern hemisphere, the constellation Perseus is located in the northeast sky, roughly centered between the horizon and the zenith.
WHAT WILL THE AUGUST STAR FALL PEAK:
The peak of the meteor shower falls at 18:00 Moscow time. Sunday 12 August 2018. The active phase will also last throughout the night from 12 to 13 August.
Since for the inhabitants of the central part of Russia the meteor shower will reach its maximum during daylight hours (August 12, 2018, the time of sunset in Moscow is 20:12 Moscow time), it is best to start observing a celestial phenomenon immediately after sunset, simultaneously with the onset of twilight.
Starfall in August 2018: when and how to look at the Perseid meteor shower
The Perseid meteor shower is clearly visible in the first half of August. The meteor shower will reach its maximum activity on the night of August 12-13. We tell why “shooting” stars appear in August and how to see the meteor shower in all its glory.
What is the Perseid meteor shower?
The Perseids are generated by Comet Swift-Tuttle, TASS reports. It moves in an elongated orbit around the Sun. It takes the comet 133 years to complete one circle.
As comet Swift-Tuttle approaches the star, its core gradually evaporates, and dust particles and pebbles form a plume. For hundreds of years, the pressure of solar radiation stretches it along the orbit and at the same time pulls it apart in width.
This is how the Perseid meteor shower is formed, which is more than 40 million km wide. Planet Earth crosses it for more than a month. But the dense part of the meteor shower is narrower: it is 1.3 million km, and we cross it in about 12 hours.
Why is the meteor shower called the Perseids?
The meteor shower of Comet Swift-Tuttle was called the Perseids, because when looking at the sky it seems that the source of the meteors is the constellation Perseus.
Why do we see "shooting stars"?
Particles of the meteor shower at a breakneck speed - 53 km per second - meet the Earth's atmosphere and burn out.
How to watch a meteor shower?
- Meteors are visible to the naked eye;
- 15 minutes before the observation, you need to stop looking at sources of bright color so that your eyes get used to the darkness;
- It is important to remember that meteors do not appear continuously. You can see nothing for 5-10 minutes, and then several meteors will appear at once within a minute;
- No need to concentrate on individual stars and sharply shift your gaze - the stars can create the illusion of a meteor;
- At the beginning of the night, the constellation Perseus is low above the eastern horizon, in the middle of the night it rises and shifts to the south;
- It is recommended to look not directly at the constellation, but at the region of the sky a little to the side (at the zenith, in the southwest and south).
- The Perseids are best observed at three or four in the morning.
Why watch Starfall 2018?
On the night of August 12-13, 2018, you can see about a hundred meteors per hour. Such data leads
