The Boldest And Biggest Meteor Shower Of The Year Will Be On Display Above Arkansas In December

Lately, the skies have been illuminated with various mind blowing events. And since Arkansas has designated Dark Sky areas, we have some of the best seats in the house to witness these phenomena. If you’re ready for the next jaw-dropping event of the year, get excited because it’s right around the corner. Soon you’ll witness the boldest meteor shower over the skies of the Natural State. The 2022 Geminid Meteor Shower in Arkansas will be the most spectacular celestial show this year.

If you’re a stargazer, chances are, you’ve witnessed meteor showers before. And typically, those showers are usually 3-20 meteors streaking through the sky every hour.

But have you ever witnessed a shower with over 50 meteors illuminating the heavens above?

Well, on December 13, head to the best dark sky area in Arkansas to watch the Geminid Meteor Shower of 2022.

This year, the show will be bigger and better than ever. You can expect to see the boldest as well as the most meteors over our skies this year.

With these stunning lights streaking across the beautiful celestial heavens, you’ll feel connected to the galaxies up above.

Of course, if you’re an experienced stargazer, you know the best time to witness this phenomenon is under the cover of darkness.

If the skies are clear, the Geminid shower can be seen all night long. But for the most spectacular show, view the shower during the late evening to early morning hours, between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.

Or it’s also possible to see the celestial show at predawn, which is about an hour before morning light.

The Geminids is the most unique event in our sky because unlike the typical meteor shower, they originate from an asteroid called Phaethon.

This phenomenon has been illuminating our skies for over 150 years. And skywatchers from around the world secure the best seat to witness the starry show.

One of the best places to view the show is from the Buffalo National River. It's an international designated dark sky region in Arkansas.

Or if you live in a rural area with little artificial light, step outside on December 13 and you too can see this spectacular light show.

So, have you ever watched the Geminid Meteor Shower in Arkansas? If so, tell us where you witnessed this celestial event. And if you have images of the shower, do share them in the comments below.

If you’re up for a hike through the Buffalo National River, one of the most beautiful trails in Arkansas is inside the park.