Two supermoons expected in August.
Get Ready for Two Spectacular Supermoons in August!
Starting Tuesday night, get ready to witness the breathtaking beauty of not just one, but two supermoons in August. As the moon gracefully orbits the Earth in its elliptical path, there are certain times when it comes closest to our planet. And when it happens to be a full moon at its closest point, we are treated to the mesmerizing phenomenon known as a supermoon.
On Tuesday night, the moon will be a mere 226,000 miles away, almost 30,000 miles closer than its farthest point. The first supermoon of the year already graced us on the Fourth of July weekend, and now we have the privilege of experiencing two more in August.
What Makes a Supermoon So Special?
According to NASA, a perigean full moon (when the moon is at its closest) and an extreme perigean full moon create more intense high and low tides. This is due to the varying gravitational pull of the moon across the diameter of our planet. So get ready for some extraordinary tidal displays!
But that’s not all! When two full moons occur within a single month, the second one is known as a “blue moon.” And mark your calendars because August 30th will be the only blue moon this year. It’s a rare celestial event that you won’t want to miss!
Don’t forget to keep an eye out for the next occurrence of two supermoons in one month. The last time it happened was in 2018, and we won’t witness this phenomenon again until 20237. So make sure to savor the magic of these supermoons while you can!
And there’s even more to look forward to! Another supermoon is scheduled to illuminate the night sky on September 29th. So keep your eyes peeled for this celestial spectacle!
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