Geminids 2026
Geminids peaks on lunes, 14 de diciembre 2026, with up to 150 meteors per hour at full strength, radiating from Gemini.
Peak
lunes
14 de diciembre de 2026 a las 04:00 GMT-8
Peak times can shift ±1 day from year to year. Check closer to the date for the latest IMO forecast.
Moon at peak
24%
Excellent — moon is dim or absent
The moon is dim or absent during peak — ideal conditions for catching faint meteors. Plan a long observing session.
Shower facts
Activity period
Dec 4 → Dec 17
Radiant
Gemini
Peak ZHR
150 /h
Velocity
35 km/s
Best hemisphere
Both hemispheres
Parent body
Asteroid 3200 Phaethon
Other years for Geminids