Geminid Meteor Shower Sparks Lunar Impact Observations
Recent observations by astronomer Daichi Fujii reveal that the annual Geminid meteor shower may be impacting the Moon, with bright flashes captured on its surface. The Geminids, known for their vibrant display, peak around December 8, 2024, offering an exceptional stargazing experience. As experts confirm the alignment of these impacts with Geminid meteors, skywatchers are encouraged to find dark spots for optimal viewing. This year’s meteor shower promises to be a memorable cosmic event.
Geminid Meteor Shower Set to Peak Next Week
The Geminid meteor shower, peaking on December 12-13, 2023, is set to dazzle stargazers with up to 120 meteors per hour. Known for its vibrant yellow and green meteors, this annual celestial event is caused by debris from asteroid 3200 Phaethon. For optimal viewing, find a dark location and lie back to enjoy the spectacular display lighting up the December night sky.