Tag: lunar observing
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Wolf Supermoon: Your Guide to the First Full Moon of 2026
What is the Wolf Supermoon? The Wolf Supermoon is the nickname given to the first full moon of 2026, appearing as a stunningly bright orb in the winter sky. The term “Wolf Moon” has historical roots in North American folklore, traditionally tied to the howling of wolves during long winter nights. When paired with the…
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Moon Meets the Seven Sisters: How to See the Pleiades Align with the Moon on Nov. 6
What’s happening the morning of November 6? Early in the day on November 6, skywatchers will have a striking celestial alignment: the Moon will appear in the western sky close to the Pleiades open cluster, also known as the Seven Sisters. With the Moon at about 94% illuminated, the lunar disk will glow brightly as…
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When to Watch the November Supermoon: The Year’s Closest Encounter
What makes the November supermoon special The term “supermoon” describes a full moon that appears larger and brighter because the Moon is near its closest approach to Earth in its elliptical orbit. The November supermoon this year stands out as the closest such lunar event of the year, offering skywatchers a brighter, more pronounced satellite…