The American space agency NASA has released a video detailing on how this year is expected to be the best for viewing the Perseid meteor shower. The agency mentioned that a new Moon on August 14 made the skies dark all night, which was an excellent chance to get a perfect view of the meteor shower.

Experts said that if one is planning to capture the celestial show in its camera it is suggested that one should use a wide-angle lens, a sturdy tripod, a wide aperture, a long exposure and the proper ISO.

The peak time of the meteor shower this year was on Wednesday night following into Thursday morning, specifically around 3 a. m.

The Des Moines Parks and Recreation department's annual Star Party at 6 p. m. Saturday in Ewing Park coincided with the shower, said experts.

The best way to view the shower is to get away from city light and let your eyes adjust for 20 to 30 minutes, according to NASA. Staying up till past midnight might also help viewers in spotting meteors. The visual display was set to reach its peak late on Tuesday and early Wednesday.

As per NASA, when the meteor shower reaches its peak up to 100 meteors burst through the sky every hour at a velocity of about 59 kilometers per second.

The meteor shower is named after the constellation Perseus, which was first observed by Chinese astronomers in 36 AD, according to ancient records.

The meteor originated near the constellation Perseus in the northeast, and it streaked across the sky, said agency.