Tonight, the closest moon of the year 2024 also known as Hunters Moon, will appear in the sky. It is called supermoon because it reaches its perigee, the point in its orbit where it is at the nearest distance from Earth. This supermoon is only 357,364 km distance from Earth. It appears 30% brighter and 15% bigger than usual.
This moon will rise in the Constellation Pisces and be visible over the next two nights. It will reach its full phase at 7:26 a.m. EDT(Eastern Daylight Time) on October 17, offering a spectacular view for those watching the sky tonight and tomorrow.
The moon will rise in the sky in between Saturn and Jupiter. About an hour after the moon rises, Jupiter will follow, joining it in the sky, creating a beautiful alignment of the moon and two bright planets. Creating a stunning celestial display.
This supermoon is also associated with several cultural festivals around the world. For example:
- Sukkoth is a Jewish harvest festival.
- Sharad Purnima is a Hindu celebration marking the end of the monsoon.
- The Thadingyut Festival in Myanmar is a Buddhist Festival of Lights.
Don’t miss this breathtaking sight!
