The Geminid meteor shower, considered one of the best and most reliable annual events by NASA, will peak in activity next week. The shower features up to 120 meteors per hour, with bright and fast meteors appearing as yellow or green hues.
Caused by debris from asteroid 3200 Phaethon, the Geminid meteor shower peaks each year in December. This year’s event is expected to showcase “bright and fast” meteors that are denser than average. The origin of asteroid Phaethon remains unclear, with NASA unsure whether it is an asteroid or a “dead comet.”
The Geminid meteor shower first appeared in the mid-1800s but didn’t become active until recent decades due to Phaethon’s orbit traveling closer to Earth’s atmosphere. This year’s event will last from December 12 to 13, with meteors visible across the entire sky.
To see the best view of the Geminid meteor shower, NASA recommends finding a location away from light pollution and lying flat on your back with your feet facing south. The best viewing time is between 9-10 pm local time, but meteors can be seen into the early morning hours.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/2024/12/06/annual-geminid-meteor-shower-will-peak-next-week-heres-how-to-watch