September 17th 2024.
Hey there! Tonight is going to be quite the spectacle as we will get to witness a partial eclipse of the supermoon in the UK. So if you have some free time, be sure to look up into the sky and catch this beautiful phenomenon.
The supermoon is expected to make its appearance at 7:15 pm this evening, followed by a partial eclipse at around 1:15 am tomorrow. Keep an eye out for a small shadow in the top right corner of the moon, as the Earth's shadow creeps in. The eclipse will reach its peak at 3:44 am, caused by a lighter shadow known as the penumbra.
Supermoons occur when the moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, known as perigee. This proximity makes the moon appear larger and brighter in the night sky, giving us a breathtaking sight. In fact, during this time, the moon will appear 14% larger and 30% brighter than when it is furthest away from us. This is only the second supermoon of the year, with two more expected later on.
However, there is a slight chance that cloudy skies may hinder our view of this supermoon. But for those with clear skies, it will be a sight to behold. The best part is that you won't even need a telescope or binoculars to enjoy it, so don't forget to keep your eyes peeled.
It's not every day that we get to witness a partial lunar eclipse combined with a supermoon. In fact, the next one isn't expected until 2026, so make sure to catch it while you can. This particular supermoon is known as the harvest moon, as it is the closest full moon to the autumn equinox on September 22. And if you're wondering, the next supermoons to look forward to this year are the October hunter moon and November beaver moon.
Fun fact - full moons are given different names every month, based on aspects of life in that particular month. So this evening's supermoon is also known as the harvest moon for a reason. Enjoy the show!
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