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Geminid Meteor Shower 2026
Geminid Meteor Shower peaks under a dark sky, with only 25% of the moon lit.
Peak · Monday, December 14, 2026 at 1:26 PM UTC
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- Good: Dark moon
- Good: High rate
Geminid Meteor Shower peaks under a dark sky, with only 25% of the moon lit.
- Good: Dark moon
- Good: High rate
| Peak | Mon, Dec 14, 2026, 1:26 PM UTC |
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| Active window | Dec 4 to Dec 20 |
| Expected rate | Up to about 150 per hour |
| Moon at peak | 25% lit |
The richest and most reliable shower of the year, with slow, bright, often colourful meteors. Visible most of the night.