Cross your fingers because there will be clear skies tonight, because 2020 Gemini Meteor Shower Is expected to peak. Known as the best and most visible meteor shower of the year, Gemini starts on December 4th and ends on December 17th, but tonight, December 13th, Will be Climax. Here’s how to view one of the most amazing astronomical events of the year.
How to see the Gemini meteor shower
Tonight the meteor shower will begin at 9pm and increase in frequency until 2am local time. Most meteors will have 100 meteors per hour, but tonight 150 meteors per hour — an average of two or three meteors per minute — in very dark areas, According to the American Meteorological Association (AMS).
Why are Geminites expected to do well this year? According to NASA: “Geminites produce a good number of meteorites most of the year, but they have done even better this year because the peak of the rain almost coincides with the new moon, thus creating dark skies that cannot interfere with the faint meteor without moonlight.”
There is a bonus: Geminites get their name Bright and intense color shooting stars.
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The good news is, you don’t need a telescope or one Telescope Watch this meteor shower. Here are some more Space.com Tips:
Find a comfortable place to lie on the floor, far away from the lights and in the dark sky. If you are in cold weather bring a blanket and dress warmly. Give the eyes 20-30 minutes to adjust to the darkness, then sit back and enjoy the show.
If you miss them tonight – or want to see a presentation presentation, they should be seen tomorrow night, 9pm to 2pm local time.