The Perseid rain met expectations
A meteor shower was observed last night, passing by the Earth. According to estimates, the meteor shower, known as "Persaids", was expected to reach its peak at one o'clock in the morning.
Around this time, according to the forecasts, about a hundred meteors per hour were expected to be seen. Pictured: The meteor shower as seen in Jordan.
(Tamara Traubman)
The touch the sky site adds:
13/08/02
The Perseid rain met expectations
Extremely dark skies and good visibility conditions made it possible to enjoy the Perseid shower that peaked on the night between Monday and Tuesday, August 12 and 13. Around peak time, the rate of meteors reached more than 75 per hour, with some meteors being particularly bright and leaving long trails. A special study was conducted from Tel Aviv University's Mitzpe Ramon Observatory with the participation of many observers who used sophisticated equipment to track the meteors.
