Tonight’s Weather Update (August 12, 2026)

Although the weather has continued to improve, tonight’s forecast is still calling for intermittent clouds, with approximately 30%–50% cloud cover throughout the evening.

Right now, conditions are expected to be clearest earlier in the night, with cloud cover gradually increasing as the evening goes on.

No matter what the weather decides to do, our docents will be at The Community Observatory from 10 PM–1 AM tonight!

As always, Mother Nature likes to keep us guessing, so we can’t make any guarantees about the clouds or what the meteor shower has in store for us. But we’re hopeful for some breaks in the clouds and a chance to catch a few meteors streaking across the sky.

We hope to see you tonight!

Weather Update For Perseid Meteor Shower

Time | Expected Cloud Cover
10 PM–1 AM Approximately 30%–50%

Conditions are expected to be clearest earlier in the night, with cloud cover gradually increasing as the evening goes on.

Note – Our docents will be at The Community Observatory from 10 PM–1 AM tonight, no matter what the weather decides to do.

The Placerville Community Observatory

The Community Observatory is your window to the night sky!

See the stars through the 17-inch and 14-inch reflecting telescopes on a clear, dark night.
Follow planets or the moon as they travel across the sky.
Bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience in the foothills of El Dorado County.

Enjoy your visit and thank you for supporting the Community Observatory!

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Donations

The Community Observatory is free to all visitors, but donations are most certainly welcome to support the maintenance of the facility and telescopes.

Click HERE to donate or use the donation box at the observatory.