Be sure to turn your eyes to the night sky, as brief flashes of light will streak through outer space on Tuesday night.

When it comes to meteor showers, the Perseids pop. It's not just about the quantity of meteors (as many as 100 per hour) and their showy quality but also their superb timing.

The full moon occurs on the 9th in the constellation of Aquarius — the Perseid meteor showers peak from August 11-13. Venus and Jupiter conjoin for a summer kiss. The two planets will shine bright together and be just a degree apart on August 11 and 12, according to NASA .