The Next Full Moon is a Supermoon; the Sturgeon Moon SUPERMOON PHENOMENON The next full moon, occurring on August 1, 2023, is expected to be a supermoon. The term “supermoon” refers to the event when a full moon coincides with the closest approach of the moon to Earth in its orbit, known as perigee. These […]
Supermoons: Celestial Spectacle or Hyped Hype? The Sturgeon Moon and the Summer of Supermoons The month of August is an exciting time for astronomy enthusiasts and skywatchers alike. It marks the opening and closing of the summer season with two supermoons – the Full Sturgeon Moon on August 1 and the Full Blue Moon on […]
