Observing 2012 Geminid meteor shower [1]

 Observing at the Northern Hemisphere started as early as December 6, when one meteor every hour or so could be visible. During the next week, rates increase until a peak of 50-80 meteors per hour is attained on the night of December 12/13. By December 18 meteor shower disappears in the vast space.

Luckily, the Moon will be absent when the Geminids [3] are at their peak on the evening of December 12/13.

The following charts will help you find Geminids from both hemispheres:

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