Catch the Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower Tonight
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The Geminid meteor shower, one of the year's most reliable, peaks tonight but will be hindered by a nearly full moon, reducing visibility by 50-75%. Despite this, bright meteors may still be visible, with optimal viewing away from city lights. The Geminids, originating from asteroid 3200 Phaethon, are known for their bright yellow meteors and can be seen worldwide. Observers in the U.S. might see around 15 meteors per hour during the peak.
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