Forbes has published a state-by-state guide detailing where to watch two major celestial events in August 2026: a partial solar eclipse and the annual Perseid meteor shower. The guide, released on August 7, 2026, covers recommended viewing locations across every U.S. state, according to the outlet.
The partial solar eclipse and the Perseid meteor shower are both expected to light up skies next week, as reported by globalnews.ca. Forbes notes that the timing of these events offers skywatchers a rare chance to observe two distinct phenomena in a short window.
The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most anticipated annual meteor displays, according to the American Meteor Society. FOX Weather also highlighted the eclipse and meteor shower as part of a lineup of four major celestial events occurring next week, though the outlet did not specify the other two in the available summary.
Forbes' guide is designed to help viewers in each state find optimal locations, likely factoring in light pollution and weather conditions, though the article does not detail specific site names. The publication emphasizes that the eclipse will be partial, meaning it will not be a total solar eclipse for any U.S. observer.
Sky & Telescope's weekly sky-at-a-glance column for August 7–16 also points to the eclipse and meteor shower as key viewing opportunities during this period.
For those planning to observe, the key dates fall within the coming week, with the meteor shower typically peaking around mid-August. The partial solar eclipse will occur on a date not specified in the available material, so check local forecasts and astronomical resources for exact timing in your region.
