This week, the Geminid meteor shower will be shooting across the skies of the nation as stargazers catch a glimpse of the shower. 

The shower will be at its peak Monday night into early Tuesday morning and is best seen in the earlier hours of Tuesday when the skies are at their darkest. 

The Geminid is known for its yearly good display with its bright and fast streaks of lights that are unusual multi-coloured. 

The meteor appears near the Gemini constellation. 

Best way to watch the Geminid meteor shower

If you plan on staying up to watch the annual shower, you're best to bring a comfy chair and to wrap up warm. 

The Geminid can be seen with the naked eye so no need for any binoculars or telescope just allows yourself enough time for your eyes to adjust to the dark. 

It is best not to look directly into the meteor radiant as it can limit the number of meteors you see, instead look just to the side in a dark area of sky. 

For the best view, you'll need to be away from street lights and light pollution and to be in a wide-open space where you can scan the night sky.