This rare phenomenon occurs when the full moon is closer to Earth than usual, making it appear larger and brighter.
Majed Abu Zahra, the Director of JAS, explained that this supermoon, also known as a “seasonal blue moon,” happens approximately once every 2.5 years.
A seasonal blue moon is the third of four full moons during a season, in this case, between the summer solstice and the autumn equinox.
However, it is named “Blue Moon” it will not be blue. It will look like a regular full moon, though it will seem slightly larger and brighter due to its proximity to Earth.
A supermoon occurs when the moon is within 90% of its closest distance to Earth. In this case, the total distance between the centers of the Earth and moon will be 361,969 kilometers.
The supermoon will rise in the southeast after sunset, and might initially appear orange due to atmospheric dust and particles scattering the sunlight. As it ascends, it will take on its usual silvery-white hue and remain visible all night until sunrise on Tuesday.
Abu Zahra mentioned that most people may not notice a big difference due to potential obstructions like clouds or streetlights. Additionally, it can be challenging to judge the moon’s size when it’s high in the sky.
The supermoon will have a minimal impact on Earth, slightly affecting tides due to its gravitational pull, a normal occurrence during full moons.
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