"Get Ready for the Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower Lighting Up US Skies"
The Geminid meteor shower is expected to provide a spectacular show in the US this week, with clear to partly cloudy skies forecasted. The meteor shower, caused by debris from the 3200 Phaethon asteroid, is expected to peak on Wednesday night. Stargazers can anticipate seeing up to 120 meteors per hour in some areas, while cities like New York may see 20 to 30 meteors per hour. The best viewing time is between 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday and 1 a.m. on Thursday. It is recommended to find a dark location with a clear horizon and to view the shower with the naked eye.