The Perseids, one of the most popular annual meteor showers, will peak on the night of August 12-13. While active from late July to August 24, this two-night window is expected to be the most intense, with up to 150 meteors per hour or 2-3 per minute, according to Space.com .

Perseids are known for their bright fireballs and plentiful meteors. The show started on July 17, and will run through Aug. 23.

The night sky is about to deliver a rapid-fire series of spectacles, giving stargazers three reasons to look up over just five nights. With clear skies and a little planning, sky-watchers can capture all three events.