There will be an observation for the Geminid Meteor Shower at my observatory at Pulau Betong, Balik Pulau, Penang. The observation starts from 10pm on Monday, 13 December 2010. If the weather is clear, it can last till early morning of December 14th.

There is no specific time to join in the observation. However, the best time is actually pass midnight till early morning, as the number of meteors that can be seen increases.

You do not need any special equipment to view the meteor. The best view is by naked eye. Your viewing location should be reasonably dark and not affected by street light.

If you are observing at midnight, look due east and overhead. There is no way anyone can tell you when a meteor can be seen. Just keep looking. You may spot your first meteor in the first minute of observation, or you may have to wait for half a hour to see your first. All depends on luck and weather.

For the record, in 2004, we managed to see over 500 meteors in the span of 7 hours.

If you have GPS, my observatory location is

 

5deg18min27.6N

100deg12min14.74E

There is a map posted somewhere in my penangastronomy facebook page.

If you need more information, please email info@perseid.com.my

 

All are welcome.