Images of heaven supermoon program August’s unusual lunar sensation
An uncommon phenomenon started Sunday evening as an August supermoon blue moon increased right into the skies.
The very first of 2024’s 4 successive supermoons, heaven moon – additionally referred to as the Sturgeon Moon – was anticipated to get to peak lighting on Monday and beam vibrantly via Wednesday.
According to NASA, 100% of the moon’s nearside will certainly be lit up on Monday, and 99% will certainly be lit up on Tuesday.
Below are some pictures of the unusual sensation from worldwide.
August’s moon is the very first of 4 successive supermoons this year. The September moon– referred to as the Harvest Moon– will certainly get to peak lighting on Tuesday, Sept. 17.
The Seeker’s Moon will certainly come to a head on Thursday, Oct. 17 and the last supermoon– referred to as the Beaver Moon– will certainly come to a head on Friday, Nov. 15.