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Perseid meteor shower to peak this week -- here’s what to know
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Nick Monacelli, Ashlee Baracy , WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· August 11, 2026
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Key takeaway In Detroit, only a small portion of the sun will be covered, approximately three percent.
A partial eclipse will be visible in Michigan, with varying degrees of coverage. In Detroit , only a small portion of the sun will be covered, approximately three percent. Sault Ste.
Marie will experience slightly more coverage, at around seven percent. Further celestial activity is expected to occur the following night. Details about these events can be found through local news sources, which provide more information on what to expect and when.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
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