Enjoy Geminid meteor shower 2025 at peak on nights of Dec 13-14

In a spectacular celestial treat for stargazers, the Geminid meteor shower 2025 is set to peak on the nights of December 13 and 14.

It should be noted that the Geminid meteor shower gets active annually from December 4 to 20, and this year’s shower will make the most of minimal moonlight interference, as the last quarter moon will occur on December 11.

What sets the Geminid meteor shower apart from others is that the Geminids originate from an asteroid, specifically the asteroid Phaethon.

What is Geminid meteor shower?

Its unique source contributes to the shower's reputation for producing bright and vivid meteors in utmost abundance.

The Geminid meteor shower is nearly 200 years old, with its first recorded observation in 1833, and it continues to retain its strength due to gravitational influences from Jupiter, which have pulled the stream of particles closer to Earth.

Best time and location to watch Geminid meteor shower 2025?

While the Geminid meteor showers are best viewed from the Northern Hemisphere, they can also be seen in the Southern Hemisphere. The meteors radiate from the Gemini constellation, which is located northeast of Orion, between Taurus and Cancer.

Skygazing tips for Geminid meteor shower 2025

For optimum viewing experience, do not focus solely on Gemini; instead, scan the surrounding sky to treat yourself to the more spectacular meteors, which may have shorter trails and be harder to spot close to the radiant.