Every once in a while, there’s a lunar event known as a “supermoon”. Supermoons vary in size and really big ones are a phenomenon, as it’s only about once every couple of decades that we get to see this kind of lunar event.
According to NASA, this year we are very fortunate, as we will get to witness the biggest supermoon in about 70 years. It will appear on November 14, so everyone mark your calendars and head somewhere on the 14th where you will have a great view of the moon. You’ll want to see it in all its glory.
You don’t need to be a lunar fan to appreciate the beauty of supermoons.
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This is an event where the moon is as close to Earth as it can possibly get.
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When the moon reaches what’s known as “point perigee”, it appears extremely big to the naked eye.
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This November 14, the biggest supermoon in almost 70 years will appear in the sky.
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And there won’t be another supermoon event of this caliber until November 25, 2034.
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That’s nearly 20 years of waiting if you miss this one, and it still may not be as big as this one.
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It’s best viewed without the distractions of city lights.
To get the best view, find a dark area from which you can view the supermoon.
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For many, this will be a once in a lifetime event.
(via Distractify)
