Geminid Meteor Shower Countdown
The Geminids, often the strongest meteor shower of the year, peak in mid-December. Unusually, they come not from a comet but from an asteroid, 3200 Phaethon. This countdown runs to the peak night.
How many days until Geminid Meteor Shower 2026?
Geminid Meteor Shower 2026 is on Monday, December 14, 2026, which is 156 days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
The year's strongest shower
Under dark skies the Geminids can deliver well over 100 meteors an hour, with bright, slow, often colorful streaks. They radiate from near the constellation Gemini.
Bundle up and look up
December nights are cold but the show is worth it, no equipment needed. Find a dark spot, give your eyes time to adjust, and watch from late evening onward.
Quick facts
- Peaks in mid-December each year
- Often 100+ meteors per hour at peak
- Comes from asteroid 3200 Phaethon, not a comet
- Radiates from the constellation Gemini
Geminid Meteor Shower 2026 — frequently asked questions
When is Geminid Meteor Shower 2026?
Geminid Meteor Shower 2026 is on Monday, December 14, 2026.
How many days until Geminid Meteor Shower 2026?
Geminid Meteor Shower 2026 is on Monday, December 14, 2026, which is 156 days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
Fact-checked & updated July 2026 · alarm-clock.org