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Geminid Meteor Shower Peak

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Dec 14, 202568.6%Dec 14, 2026
History & Background

About this event

The Geminid Meteor Shower is the strongest and most reliable meteor shower of the year, generated by debris from the mysterious rocky asteroid 3200 Phaethon lighting up the December night skies.

Fascinating Trivia

Interesting facts about Geminid Meteor Shower Peak

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The Geminids boast a Zenithal Hourly Rate (ZHR) of 120 to 150 meteors per hour under pristine dark skies.

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Unlike most meteor showers formed by icy comets, the Geminids originate from a rocky asteroid named 3200 Phaethon.

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Geminid meteors enter the atmosphere at a slower speed (35 km/s / 78,000 mph), making them appear brighter and longer-lasting.

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The radiant point lies near the bright stars Castor and Pollux in the constellation Gemini.

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The shower has been growing in intensity since it was first documented in 1862.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions & Answers

The shower reaches its peak at 05:44:00 UTC on December 14, 2026, with the best viewing throughout the night of December 13–14.

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