Geminids Meteor Shower Lights Up Chicago Sky
As the Geminids meteor shower reaches its zenith, Chicagoans are in for a celestial extravaganza on Wednesday night. CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon forecasts perfect conditions with clear skies and a new moon, providing an ideal backdrop for one of the year's most anticipated meteor showers.
The Geminids, heralded as one of the most reliable and dazzling meteor showers, have been gracing the night sky since November 19, with the peak set for Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Activity is expected to commence around 9 or 10 p.m.
For optimum viewing pleasure, astronomers recommend escaping light pollution by finding a dark vantage point facing east. The Adler Planetarium suggests allowing at least 20 minutes for eyes to adjust to the darkness, increasing the likelihood of w...