Tag: lunar events
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First supermoon of 2026 to light up New Zealand skies
What is a supermoon and why should New Zealand skywatchers care? The term supermoon describes a full moon that appears larger and brighter because it reaches its closest point to Earth in its elliptical orbit, a moment astronomers call perigee. When the moon aligns with perigee within the full phase, it can seem unusually prominent…
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January 2026 Wolf Moon: Your Guide to the First Supermoon of the Year
What is the Wolf Moon and Why January’s Full Moon Stands Out Every full moon has its own character in folklore and astronomy, but January’s is traditionally called the Wolf Moon. This name comes from historical wolf packs howling in the cold, signaling the long nights of winter. In 2026, the Wolf Moon also earns…
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When is the Next Supermoon? What to Expect After Last Night’s Harvest Moon
What made last night special? Last night’s full Moon was celebrated around the world as a supermoon—a time when the Moon appears slightly larger and brighter because it is closer to Earth in its elliptical orbit. If you noticed the Moon looking unusually vivid and orange at sunset, you were not imagining it. The Moon’s…
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Harvest Moon 2025: The First Supermoon of the Year Lights Up the Sky Tomorrow
Introduction: A celestial event to watch tomorrow The night sky will offer a dazzling display tomorrow, October 6, as the first supermoon of 2025 graces the darkened horizon. Known in the Northern Hemisphere as the Harvest Moon, this full moon signals the closing of the harvest season and has a long history of guiding farmers…
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October 2025 Hunter’s Moon: A Close, Brighter Supermoon at Perigee
What makes October’s full Moon special The October sky hosts one of the year’s most anticipated lunar events: the Hunter’s Moon, a full Moon that shines with extra clarity as it nears Earth. In 2025, this Moon’s proximity to our planet turns it into a true supermoon, offering a brighter, larger-than-usual view for skywatchers. Records…
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Total Lunar Eclipse This Weekend: Don’t Miss It!
Experience the Spectacle of a Total Lunar Eclipse This weekend, a captivating astronomical event will unfold—a total lunar eclipse! On Sunday, September 7, skywatchers around the world will have the opportunity to witness the moon transform into a stunning shade of red, often referred to as a “blood moon.” This phenomenon occurs when the Earth…