(meteorobs) General Meteor Observation

[George Gliba]

Catlin wrote:
> Can anyone tell me ; if there is moonlight interference when observing
> any particular meteor shower and mixed skies are present i.e.
> clear/cloud - can cloud when masking the moon aid observation?
>  
> Clear skies
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A cloud over the moon can help, as can any obstruction, like a building,
but you must specify how much percentage your view is obstructed.
Keeping the moon out of your field of view entirely works best.

This morning I was clouded out for the Perseids, but  I will try again in
a few days in hope it will be clear, The moon will also be less of a problem
then. There will be many fewer Perseids of course, but the Kappa Cygnid
should be better then.

Clear Skies,
GWG