In Mississippi, the Perseids are best around 4:34 AM on the night of the peak (August 12, 2027), when the radiant stands about 56° high. Under a truly dark sky you could see roughly 83 meteors per hour. Astronomical darkness runs from 9:19 PM to 4:48 AM, and the moon will be 80% lit and below the horizon at the best time.
Best time
4:34 AM
local time
Est. rate
83/h
dark sky
Radiant
56° high
toward NNE
Moon
80%
down
Dark places to watch the Perseids in Mississippi
| Location | Type | Est. Bortle |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes County State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Great River Road State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Nanih Waiya | State Park | 2 |
| Grand Gulf Military State Park | State Park | 2 |
| Porterville Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Quitman Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Bywy Overlook | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
| Tishomingo State Park | State Park | 3 |
| George P. Cossar State Park | State Park | 3 |
| Noxubee Lookout Tower | Scenic Viewpoint | 2 |
FAQ
What time should I watch the Perseids in Mississippi?
Around 4:34 AM local time on the peak night, but any time between dusk and dawn can produce meteors.