Super Moon October: Get ready, skywatchers!
The first supermoon of 2025 will sparkle before our eyes on October 6, shining in the dark sky like the natural spotlight of a torch. Not just any full moon, but the first of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and the climax of the harvest. Imagine a big, full moon with its beautiful glow appearing early in the evening, giving you more time to drink in its beauty.
The universe is partying, and you are the guest! Whether you’re an expert skywatcher or a mere moonie, this supermoon is a sight worth seeing, bright, bold, and bigger than usual. So take your snacks, find the best spot with a clear view of the eastern horizon, and get ready.
Who knows? You might even have some moonlight fairies to cheer your October night! You can’t afford to miss this one moon event you’ll remember.
What Is a Supermoon?
Ever wondered what makes a supermoon so super?
According to NASA, it’s all about timing, when a full or new moon happens to be at “perigee,” aka the moon’s closest hangout spot to Earth that month. Think of it as the moon showing up fashionably close for the perfect photo op! This cozy proximity makes the moon look about 30% brighter and 14% bigger than your average moon. So, when you see a supermoon, you’re basically getting a VIP celestial performance, bigger, brighter, and impossible to ignore. Grab your binoculars and enjoy the moon’s glow-up!
Catch October’s Harvest Moon: Peak Glow & Perfect Viewing Tips!
when you would see the full moon at its fullest in the month of October?
Be sure to note Monday, October 6, at 11:47 p.m. ET, when the Harvest Moon will reach its highest point of fullness!
However, in the U.S., you shouldn’t wait till late at night to get the best view. It even throws on a spectacular performance just before sunset when the moon is barely kissing the horizon, which is ideal for early bird mooners.
Want to enjoy this lunar phenomenon? Find a high spot where the eastern horizon is clear. The real magic happens about 15-20 minutes after the moon peeps up.
Fancy equipment isn’t required, just open your eyes and take in the beauty. But if you’re feeling fancy, a pair of binoculars will bring you closer to the craters and the moon’s glow. Bring a warm blanket, perhaps some hot cocoa, and prepare to be amazed by nature’s great night light!
(With Inputs)
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