<p>Caused by debris from an asteroid, the Geminids are one of the strongest and most popular meteor showers each year. This shower is best viewed from the Northern Hemisphere, but observers south of the Equator can also witness the show.</p><p>Like the Leonids last month, the Geminids peak during a nearly full moon, which may wash out the light from fainter streaks in the sky. <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/explain/2024/astronomy-space-calendar/how-to-watch-a-meteor-shower?smid=spacecal"><u>Here's what you need to know about watching meteor showers</u></a><span>.</span></p>
