The rare super moon blue moon, also known as the ‘Sturgeon Moon’ appeared on August 19, 2024. A super moon happens when the full moon is at the closest point to Earth in its orbit. Because the moon is closer, it looks about 14% bigger and 30% brighter than it does when it’s farther away. A full moon occurs when the moon is positioned directly opposite the sun, making the whole side we see fully lit up. The full moon will rise around sunset and set around sunrise, and it will look “full” not just on the main night but also on the nights right before and after.
About Blue Moon
A blue moon is a term used when there are two full moons in a single month, which happens every 2-3 years. Another definition also refers to the third full moon in a season with four full moons. The blue moon on August 19 was the first of four super moons in 2024. The others will appear on September 18, October 17, and November 15.