Last 'Super Blue Moon' until 2037 rises tonight

By Agence France-Presse

Aug 31, 2023 4:29 pm

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Astronomy enthusiasts are in for a treat Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) night: a rare 'super blue Moon' that won't be seen again for more than a decade.

Supermoons occur when the Moon passes through its perigee, or the point that takes it closest to Earth during its elliptical orbit. This makes it look about 14 percent bigger compared to when it is at its furthest point, and a touch brighter.

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