Tag: Perigee
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Supermoon Coming: Why the Moon Looks Like a Giant Ball in the Sky
What is a supermoon? A supermoon is more than just a striking nickname for a full moon. It happens when the Moon is both full and at its closest point to Earth in its elliptical orbit, a moment astronomers call perigee. At perigee, the Moon can appear up to 14% larger and about 30% brighter…
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October 2025 Hunter Moon: A Bright, Close Supermoon for Skywatchers
Why October’s Hunter Moon Shines October 2025 brings a spectacular celestial show for skywatchers: a Hunter Moon paired with a near-perigee full Moon, promising enhanced size and brightness in the night sky. This full Moon is the traditional harvest-time beacon—historically known as the Hunter Moon—and this month it reaches its peak with conditions favorable for…
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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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October 2025 Full Moon: Hunter’s Moon at Perigee
Overview: October’s Hunter’s Moon and the allure of a near-perigee full Moon Long before digital clocks and calendars, farmers in North America tracked the sky to guide the seasons. The full Moon marked critical points in their year, with each month named after the season’s tasks. In October, the full Moon earned the name “hunter’s…