Heavenly spectacle: dozens of shooting stars in Schleswig-Holstein!

Heavenly spectacle: dozens of shooting stars in Schleswig-Holstein!

A breathtaking celestial spectacle awaits us next weekend: the Geminid shooting stars can be observed in all their splendor in Schleswig-Holstein. The climax of this impressive meteor show will be reached on the night of December 13th to 14th. At around 2 a.m., up to 60 meteors per hour will appear in the sky under optimal conditions, although the bright light of the nearly full moon could outshine fainter stars. This means that, as originally hoped, more than 150 meteors will be visible per hour, but only a shooting star will be visible every one or two minutes shz.de reported.

For all stargazing enthusiasts, the third weekend in Advent offers the perfect incentive for observation. As darkness falls, the shooting stars rise in the constellation Gemini, where the main stars Castor and Pollux are on display. Marco Ludwig from the Neumünster Observatory advises going to a dark place with a clear view in all directions. “Just the sight of the twin stars is remarkable,” says Ludwig. This beautiful display in the night sky is caused by the passage of the Earth through a cloud of cosmic dust, which was probably left behind by the minor planet Phaethon lomazoma.com notes.

Shooting stars for everyone!

The observation period for the Geminids extends until December 17th, with the best viewing conditions occurring between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Those interested should prepare thoroughly in order to enjoy the impressive spectacle of nature in all its beauty. Maritime users located on the shores of Schleswig-Holstein are particularly favored to experience this cosmic event. The Geminids are one of the brightest meteor shows of the year and represent a highlight of the impressive astronomy during Advent.