SAN ANTONIO - The Alamo City is in for a celestial treat this week with the arrival of the rare blue supermoon. Occurring between Aug. 19-22, this astronomical
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - AUGUST 31: Cars drive across the July 15 Martyrs Bridge as the rare Super Blue Moon sets behind on August 31, 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey. The rare supermoon is an occurrence which won't happen again until 2037. The term "Blue Moon" does not refer to the color of the moon, but is the term used to signify the second full moon in a month. event promises to be a spectacular sight for skywatchers.The moon will rise around 7:53 p.m.
A supermoon obviously isn't bigger, but it can appear that way, although scientists say the difference can be barely perceptible. "Unless you have looked at a lot of full moons or compare them in images, it is hard to notice the difference, but people should try," Petro said in an email.The first will be 224,917 miles away. The next will be nearly 3,000 miles closer the night of Sept. 17 into the following morning. A partial lunar eclipse will also unfold that night, visible in much of the Americas, Africa and Europe as the Earth's shadow falls on the moon, resembling a small bite.
October's supermoon will be the year's closest at 222,055 miles from Earth, followed by November's supermoon at a distance of 224,853 miles .Scientists point out that only the keenest observers can discern the subtle differences. It's easier to detect the change in brightness — a supermoon can be 30% brighter than average.
With the U.S. and other countries ramping up lunar exploration with landers and eventually astronauts, the moon beckons brighter than ever. As project scientist for the first team of moonwalkers coming up under Apollo's follow-on program, Artemis, Petro is thrilled by the renewed lunar interest.Whether you’re a seasoned skywatcher or just looking for a unique way to spend your evenings, the blue supermoon is a dazzling event not to be missed.
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When To See A ‘Blue Supermoon’ Rise (And Why It Won’t Be Blue)Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter and experienced stargazer who covers the night sky, astro-tourism, the northern lights and space exploration. He received the 2023 Popular Media Award from the American Astronomical Society's Solar Physics Division and is the author of A Stargazing Program for Beginners. Writing for Forbes.
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