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perseids

2 recorded attention episodes across GB, US.

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WITT Attention Index for perseids in GB. It combines a public traffic bucket, change in that bucket, attached coverage and cross-region presence.

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Observed	Traffic bucket	Attention Index
Jul 20, 16:30 UTC	500+	52.4
Jul 20, 16:40 UTC	500+	51.4
Jul 20, 16:50 UTC	500+	51.4
Jul 20, 17:00 UTC	500+	51.4
Jul 20, 17:10 UTC	500+	51.4
Jul 20, 17:30 UTC	500+	51.4

Episode history

ended GB

July 20, 2026

Peak index: 52
Detected: 16:30 UTC
Status: ended

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ended US

July 20, 2026

Peak index: 52
Detected: 13:06 UTC
Status: ended

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Verified explanations

ended Science 17 hours ago

Why the 2026 Perseids Are Primed for a Standout Display

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.

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