7 fascinating facts about Super Blue Moon of 2023

29 Aug 2023

Published on Aug 29, 2023 02:12 PM IST

Witness an uncommon cosmic occurrence - the Blue Moon - on August 30, around 8:37 PM EDT.

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The Super Blue Moon will illuminate the night sky of August 30. Although it won't display a blue hue, its size will be noticeably larger due to its proximity to Earth. (Representative Image (File Photo))

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A Blue Moon denotes the occurrence of two full moons within a single month, a phenomenon happening every two to three years. (Representative Photo (Reuters))

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Approximately 25 percent of all full moons transform into supermoons, whereas a mere 3 percent earn the distinction of being blue moons. (Representative Photo (AFP))

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This is a very rare occurrence and can capture the attention of skywatchers worldwide.(REUTERS)

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Space reports that the Super Blue Moon will ascend shortly after sunset at 7:10 p.m. EDT on Wednesday from the eastern horizon.(Representative Image (File Photo))

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While the occurrence of a super blue moon twice in the same month is plausible, these events can also be separated by intervals lasting up to 20 years, according to NASA.(Representative Photo (Twitter/@NASAMoon))

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On this year's Blue Moon, it will stand opposite the sun at 9:36 p.m. EDT on August 30 (0336 on Aug. 31).(Representative Photo (AP))

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The modern definition of a blue moon is based on the calendar month and the occurrence of two full moons.(Representative Photo (AP))
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