Everything you need to know about the Geminid meteor shower in 2023

The expected peak time is 19:27 UTC on December 14, 2023.

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When to look: Geminids may be seen all night long between December 13 and 14, when the radiant is at its highest point, since it rises in the middle of the evening.

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There will be no interference between the Geminids and a young waxing crescent moon in 2023.

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November 19th to December 24th is the total time frame for the rain.

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Fluorescent: Peaks around about 2 in the morning, after rising in the middle of the evening. Check out the graph down below.

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In 2023, the new moon will be on December 12th, the closest moon phase. Consequently, the peak of the Geminid meteor shower in 2023 will be accompanied by a gloomy sky.

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Forecasted meteor showers at peak hours, in perfect weather: You have a 120 percent chance of seeing 120 Geminid meteors every hour in a moonless night sky.

Note: The bold, white, bright Geminids provide one of the Northern Hemisphere's greatest showers, especially in moonless years. They are also visible at lower rates from the Southern Hemisphere. Numerous meteors rival August Perseids.

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