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Perseids Meteor Shower Should Be Visible In Ireland's Skies Tonight.

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Astronomers say there is no need for telescopes to catch a glimpse of the phenomenon

Clear skies tonight will likely give stargazers the chance to spot a meteor shower over Ireland.

The Perseids shower, which occurs annually, has been visible in recent days but will be at its peak tonight.

Astronomers say there is no need for telescopes to catch a glimpse of the phenomenon, as clear conidtions make the shower visible to the human eye.

John Flannery is a member of the Irish Astronomical Society.

He joined Clem Ryan on Wednesday's edition of Kildare Today.

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