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The Perseids are trending because the 2026 shower began on July 17 and will peak August 12–13 under a new moon, creating unusually dark viewing conditions. A total solar eclipse earlier on August 12 adds to the attention, though local cloud cover cannot be predicted reliably this far ahead.