Wednesday, December 13, 2017

EarthSky News - Dec 13 - Tonight Likely Geminids' Best Night!

December 13
Tonight Likely Geminids' Best Night!
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10 tips for watching the Geminids
Tonight is likely the peak of this annual meteor shower, which might be spectacular in 2017!
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Don't miss the Geminids in 2017
The moon will be a waning crescent in the east before dawn, near the bright planet Jupiter on the morning of the shower's peak!
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10 tips for watching the Geminids
Tip: Bring along a buddy. Both of you watch different parts of the sky. When one of you sees one, shout out "meteor!" Image via Cumbrian Sky.
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