Watch The Geminid Meteor Shower In Texas This December

If you consider yourself a stargazer, don’t miss the Geminid meteor shower in Texas this December. You can see over 120 meteors per hour dart across the night sky during this spectacular celestial event, and they’re some of the boldest and brightest of the year.

Eyes to the sky, Texas! The brilliant Geminid meteor shower will light up the night this December, and - as always - it’s expected to be a truly spectacular show.

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Visible every year from mid-November to late December, the Geminids are caused by an asteroid. This is an extremely unique phenomenon, as comets are responsible for most meteor showers.

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While you may see Geminid meteors at any point during the shower, your best bet is to go outside at the peak of the celestial event. This year, the predicted peak is around 2 a.m. on Wednesday, December 14.

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So, just how many meteors can you expect to see during the Geminids? The answer is, quite simply, a lot. The Geminids produce up to 120 meteors per hour - rivaling only the Perseids in August. You don’t need any special equipment, either, although binoculars and telescopes can certainly enhance the viewing experience.

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The phase of the moon greatly affects meteor visibility - unfortunately, it will be a waning gibbous (about three-quarters of the way full) during the Geminids this year.

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All hope is far from lost, however! Since Geminid meteors are so bold and bright, you should still be able to see quite a few in spite of the moonlight. Just be sure to head out to a remote location - such as Big Bend National Park - for the best opportunity!

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For more information about the Geminids, visit the EarthSky website.