As the month of August begins, the skies are set to put on a remarkable show with not one, but two breathtaking supermoons. Supermoons occur when the moon reaches its closest point to Earth, appearing larger and brighter than usual, and this month, we are in for a treat with two such lunar spectacles.
The first supermoon will grace the skies on August 1 at 2:32 p.m. ET, captivating viewers across Europe, the United Kingdom, Africa, and the Middle East. At a distance of about 222,158 miles (357,530 kilometers) from Earth, the orb will glow brightly in the night sky, delighting lunar gazers worldwide. For those in the United States, the moon will appear full and round during the evening of August 1, offering a mesmerizing sight for all.
This month’s full moon is also affectionately called the “sturgeon moon,” harkening back to the time when indigenous populations in the Great Lakes region found it opportune to catch the large freshwater fish. To catch a glimpse of the sturgeon supermoon stateside, simply look towards the southeast after sunset on Tuesday.
But the lunar show doesn’t end there. On August 30, get ready for an elusive super blue moon, appearing at the closest point to Earth this year, approximately 222,043 miles (357,344 kilometers) away. A blue moon refers to the occurrence of a second full moon within the same calendar month, a rare event that takes place only once every two and a half years. The most recent blue moon occurred in October 2020, making this upcoming celestial event truly special.
The super blue moon will peak at 9:36 p.m. ET on August 30, with the moon still visible the following night, weather permitting. Despite the name, don’t expect the moon to appear blue. The term “blue moon” originates from a 16th-century expression, denoting something that seldom happened, and later evolved to signify the rarity of a second full moon in a month.
So mark your calendars and set your sights on the heavens, as August promises to be an astronomical marvel with not one, but two stunning supermoons lighting up the night sky in all their radiant glory. Whether you’re an avid lunar enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of the cosmos, these celestial displays are sure to leave you awe-struck and inspired.”
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