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Close out the summer with a dazzling show from the Perseid meteor shower!
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Leah Rodriguez , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the Perseid meteor shower, including its cause and viewing tips, are available from local news sources, such as KSAT 12.
The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak on the night of Wednesday, August 12, and into the morning of Thursday, August 13. Viewers in San Antonio can look forward to favorable conditions, with a new moon and limited cloud cover. The best time to spot meteors is around midnight and before dawn, when looking towards the northeastern horizon.
The Perseus constellation will be rising in this area, increasing the chances of seeing the meteors. Further details about the Perseid meteor shower, including its cause and viewing tips, are available from local news sources, such as KSAT 12.
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Category: local Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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