This Is How to See the Geminid Meteor Shower Tonight
Every December, as the Earth traverses the trail of asteroid 3200 Phaethon covered with debris, we little humans catch a glimpse of the burning debris, dust and rocks that are the annual Geminid meteor shower. This year is no different, and all this wreckage will provide a pretty bright light show tonight, according to NASA .
The Gemini shower, named after the constellation closest to his appearance, will be visible anytime between December 13 and 14. There will be several scattering meteors in the evening of December 14, but the peak of rain is expected to arrive on the evening of December 13. , from midnight to 4 am. “Expect meteors to appear at a rate of about one per minute,” says Bill Cook of NASA’s Meteoroid Environment.
How to look outside
Depending on your location, it may be harder for you to catch a glimpse of the shower. “The Geminids can be seen with the naked eye under clear dark skies over much of the world, although the best view is from the Northern Hemisphere,” said NASA’s Molly Porter. The waning crescent moon will make it easier to see debris falling from space this year. Yes, it can be cold where you live, but meteor showers are worth a little wince. Pack up and climb onto the roof – just make sure you are away from any bright lights.
Once outside, you can also take some interesting shots of the meteor shower. If you have a DSLR and a tripod, you can follow these tips from the American Meteor Society for the perfect meteor shot.
How to watch at home
Not in the mood to endure freezing weather and appreciate the greatness of space? Spend December in Sao Paulo? Don’t worry, NASA will support you. The agency is broadcasting a meteor shower tonight from the Automatic Lunar and Meteor Observatory at the Space Flight Center. Marshall NASA in Huntsville, Alabama.