Skywatchers, I have some good news for you! It is that time of year again when you will be able to witness the Geminid meteor shower, which is one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year. According to Nasa, the Geminid meteor shower is consistently ranked as one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers. The name "Geminid" was given to the meteor shower because, according to NASA, it appears as though the meteors are coming from the direction of the constellation Gemini. According to NASA, the Geminids travel at a speed of 78,000 miles per hour (35 kilometres per second). This speed is approximately forty times faster than that of a speeding bullet and more than one thousand times faster than a cheetah.
Where and how can you watch the Geminid meteor shower in 2022?
There is no need to thank your lucky stars because watching this meteor shower does not require any specialised gear, not even a telescope. The most important thing for you to do is get away from the city and find a secluded location that is far from any high-rise buildings or bright city lights. Wait approximately 15 to 20 minutes to allow your eyes to adjust to the darkness after you have confirmed that the sky is clear. You can also locate the constellation Gemini by using the applications on your mobile device.
According to NASA, the best time to view the Geminid meteor shower is during the early morning hours or during the night. They can be observed in every region of the world.
