Geminids meteor shower peaks this week in skies over Kamloops, Okanagan

If the weather cooperates, residents in the Okanagan and Kamloops should be able to see some meteors in the night sky this week.

The Geminids meteor shower reaches its peaks overnight on Wednesday, Dec. 13, with up to 150 meteors visible in the sky every hour. The Geminids are considered to be the most spectacular meteor shower of the year.

The meteors appear to radiate from the constellation Gemini, giving the shower its name, according to NASA. The meteors originate from an asteroid called 3200 Phaethon.

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The forecast is calling for periods of clouds, and even some snow, this week in Kamloops and the Okanagan so you'll have to pick just the right time to get a look meteors, which are visible to the naked eye.

You'll want to bundle up warmly, bring a warm beverage and find a place away from the city lights for the best viewing experience.

If you’re able to catch any of the meteor shower on camera and you want to share it, send it to news@infonews.ca.

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