There's exciting news for all celestial event lovers!&nbsp;The next super&nbsp;blue moon will appear on August 19. This year, four supermoons are expected, and the first will occur on Monday (Aug 19) at 12:00 am IST (2:26 PM EDT).&nbsp;

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<h2>What is a supermoon?&nbsp;</h2>

The supermoon, occurring on 19 August, will be the first of the four expected to be observed this year. The next supermoons will occur on&nbsp;September 17&nbsp;followed by&nbsp;October&nbsp;17 and&nbsp;November 15. The supermoon occurring on October 17&nbsp;will be the closest one, also known as Hunter’s Moon.&nbsp;

According to NASA astrologer Richard Nolle coined the term “supermoon” in 1979, as a new or full moon occurs when the Moon is 90 per cent closest to the Earth. Meanwhile, full supermoons are the brightest and the biggest full moons of the year. They are 30 per cent brighter and 14 per cent larger than the usual moon. However, the difference cannot be spotted with unaided human eyes, unless you are a regular Moon observer.

Sometimes, a supermoon or even a regular full moon can appear big, and it is not related to astronomy but to the functioning of the human brain. This is known as the moon illusion. It is a trick of perception where the Moon appears much larger when rising or setting.&nbsp;

<h2>Will the blue moon in August be blue?</h2>

The blue moon occurring in August will unfortunately not be blue. There are two types of blue moon, but both have nothing to do with the blue colour. A traditional blue moon refers to the third full moon in a season that has four full moons. We will be observing the traditional blue moon on&nbsp;August 17.&nbsp;

According to Time and Date, the second type of blue moon arose from a misunderstanding of the original definition. The second type refers to the second full moon in a calendar month. This monthly blue moon definition is accepted as an alternative rather than a mistake. The second full moon of a month with two full moons came to be known as a blue moon in the 1940s.&nbsp;

<h2>When can you&nbsp;see&nbsp;the blue moon on&nbsp;August 19?</h2>

The blue moon occurring on&nbsp;August&nbsp;19 can be seen globally. However,&nbsp;the appropriate time to see&nbsp;the blue moon varies depending on the&nbsp;location and time zone. In India, the super blue moon will be visible during the night of August&nbsp;19 and into the early morning of August 20.

According to NASA, the super blue moon will appear for about three days from August 18 to August 20 at different places according to their time zones. In North America, it will be at its peak on August 19 at 2:26 PM EDT. Meanwhile, in Australia, the blue moon will appear on August 20.&nbsp;

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There's exciting news for all celestial event lovers! The next super blue moon will appear on August 19. This year, four supermoons are expected, and the first will occur on Monday (Aug 19) at 12:00 am IST (2:26 PM EDT).

There's exciting news for all celestial event lovers! The next super blue moon will appear on August 19. This year, four supermoons are expected, and the first will occur on Monday (Aug 19) at 12:00 am IST (2:26 PM EDT). What is a supermoon? The supermoon, occurring on 19 August, will be the first of the four expected to be observed this year. The next supermoons will occur on September 17 followed by October 17 and November 15. The supermoon occurring on October 17 will be the closest one, also known as Hunter’s Moon. According to NASA astrologer Richard Nolle coined the term “supermoon” in 1979, as a new or full moon occurs when the Moon is 90 per cent closest to the Earth. Meanwhile, full supermoons are the brightest and the biggest full moons of the year. They are 30 per cent brighter and 14 per cent larger than the usual moon. However, the difference cannot be spotted with unaided human eyes, unless you are a regular Moon observer. Sometimes, a supermoon or even a regular full moon can appear big, and it is not related to astronomy but to the functioning of the human brain. This is known as the moon illusion. It is a trick of perception where the Moon appears much larger when rising or setting. Will the blue moon in August be blue? The blue moon occurring in August will unfortunately not be blue. There are two types of blue moon, but both have nothing to do with the blue colour. A traditional blue moon refers to the third full moon in a season that has four full moons. We will be observing the traditional blue moon on August 17. According to Time and Date, the second type of blue moon arose from a misunderstanding of the original definition. The second type refers to the second full moon in a calendar month. This monthly blue moon definition is accepted as an alternative rather than a mistake. The second full moon of a month with two full moons came to be known as a blue moon in the 1940s. When can you see the blue moon on August 19? The blue moon occurring on August 19 can be seen globally. However, the appropriate time to see the blue moon varies depending on the location and time zone. In India, the super blue moon will be visible during the night of August 19 and into the early morning of August 20. According to NASA, the super blue moon will appear for about three days from August 18 to August 20 at different places according to their time zones. In North America, it will be at its peak on August 19 at 2:26 PM EDT. Meanwhile, in Australia, the blue moon will appear on August 20. (With inputs from agencies)

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Super Blue Moon 2023: The Super Blue Moon is just a few hours away. Skywatchers are preparing to see one of the biggest and brightest moons of the year will rise on Wednesday (August 30). Contrary to its name, the moon is not actually blue in colour but is referred to as per the definitions, which state the second of two full moons in a calendar month and its distance from Earth at the time of the full moon. &nbsp;

The Super Blue Moon 2023 is set to be seen on the night of August 30 and early morning of August 31.

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This comes as the month of August was full of extravagant celestial sights.&nbsp;

The Super Blue Moon will be at a distance of 3,57,344 kilometres from the Earth which will make it appear larger than average size.&nbsp;

The Sky and Telescope magazine reported that a blue moon happens about once in a two and half years.&nbsp;

Here's how you can watch the Super Blue Moon on time:

Super Blue Moon 2023: When and Where to Watch in India &amp; World

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Moon enthusiasts can watch the Super Blue Moon after sunset during the dusk hours. The moon is expected to be at its peak around 8:37 pm EDT on Wednesday (Aug 30), Quint reported.

Skywatchers in Europe can see the Super Blue Moon slightly late and will get the chance to watch on Thursday (August 31).&nbsp; 
 
Individuals in London can watch at 8:08 pm BST.&nbsp;

Furthermore, New Yorkers can watch it at 7:45 pm EDT and at 7:36 pm PDT in Los Angeles.&nbsp;

Super Blue Moon 2023 Live Streaming: Where to watch it LIVE

People can also watch the live streaming of the celestial event on the Virtual Telescope Project at 3:30 GMT on Thursday (August 31) and in India can watch the event live at 9:00 am IST.&nbsp;

According to NASA, people can also spot Saturn in the sky, which will be visible near the moon. It will appear to swing clockwise around the moon as the evening progresses.

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Super Blue Moon 2023: The Super Blue Moon is just a few hours away. Skywatchers are preparing to see one of the biggest and brightest moons of the year will rise on Wednesday (August 30).

Super Blue Moon 2023: The Super Blue Moon is just a few hours away. Skywatchers are preparing to see one of the biggest and brightest moons of the year will rise on Wednesday (August 30). Contrary to its name, the moon is not actually blue in colour but is referred to as per the definitions, which state the second of two full moons in a calendar month and its distance from Earth at the time of the full moon. The Super Blue Moon 2023 is set to be seen on the night of August 30 and early morning of August 31. Also read | Super Blue Moon rises in the night sky. Here's when and how to watch it This comes as the month of August was full of extravagant celestial sights. The Super Blue Moon will be at a distance of 3,57,344 kilometres from the Earth which will make it appear larger than average size. The Sky and Telescope magazine reported that a blue moon happens about once in a two and half years. Here's how you can watch the Super Blue Moon on time: Super Blue Moon 2023: When and Where to Watch in India & World Also read | Skywatchers alert! Saturn will make its brightest and biggest appearance this weekend. Here's how to watch it Moon enthusiasts can watch the Super Blue Moon after sunset during the dusk hours. The moon is expected to be at its peak around 8:37 pm EDT on Wednesday (Aug 30), Quint reported. Skywatchers in Europe can see the Super Blue Moon slightly late and will get the chance to watch on Thursday (August 31). Individuals in London can watch at 8:08 pm BST. Furthermore, New Yorkers can watch it at 7:45 pm EDT and at 7:36 pm PDT in Los Angeles. Super Blue Moon 2023 Live Streaming: Where to watch it LIVE People can also watch the live streaming of the celestial event on the Virtual Telescope Project at 3:30 GMT on Thursday (August 31) and in India can watch the event live at 9:00 am IST. According to NASA, people can also spot Saturn in the sky, which will be visible near the moon. It will appear to swing clockwise around the moon as the evening progresses. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Super Blue Moon: The month of August brings a lunar extravaganza with some of the biggest celestial events of 2023. After witnessing meteor showers and a dazzling moon in the first week of the month, a Super Blue Moon will appear on Wednesday (August 30) on Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi Poornima. It is expected to hit its peak at 9:36 pm ET or 7:06 am IST. Contrary to its name, the moon will not be in blue colour but is called by the name due to the definition by Sky &amp; Telescope magazine, which states the second full moon in a calendar month will be called a Blue Moon, NASA reported.

The Moon will appear full for 3 days around the peak of the Full Moon, from Tuesday (August 29) to Friday night (September 01), as per NASA.&nbsp;

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<h1>Super Blue Moon</h1>

The Super Blue Moon on Wednesday will also be joined by Saturn. The ringed gas giant will be just a few days past oppositions, the point at which it lies directly opposite the sun as seen from Earth, making it special.&nbsp;

Is there a Blue Moon every year?

As NASA stated, Blue Moons happen about every two and a half years. However, as per reports, the next Blue Moon is expected to appear in 2024. The last seasonal Blue Moon appeared in 2021.&nbsp;

According to NASA, no major meteor showers are predicted during the peak lunar cycle. However, three minor showers will peak at 6 or fewer visible meteors per hour under ideal conditions.&nbsp;

On the evening of August 30, the twilight ends at 8:43 EDT or 6:12 am IST and the moon will be rising 8 degrees above the east-southeastern horizon with Saturn 5 degrees to the right.&nbsp;

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How to watch Blue Moon across different regions?

For August 30: In London, the sun sets at 7:54 pm BST, followed by the moonrise at 8:08 pm BST. In New York, the sunset is at 7:33 pm EDT, following a moonrise at 7:45 pm EDT. In Los Angeles, the sun will set at 7:23 pm PDT and moonrise will transpire at 7:36 pm PDT.&nbsp;

For August 31: In London, the sun sets at 7:52 pm BST, while moonrise will occur at 8:24 pm BST. The full moon will reach its peak at 1:37 am BST.&nbsp;

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Super Blue Moon: The month of August brings a lunar extravaganza with some of the biggest celestial events of 2023. After witnessing meteor showers and a dazzling moon in the first week of the month, a Super Blue Moon will appear on Wednesday (August 30) on Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi Poornima.

Super Blue Moon: The month of August brings a lunar extravaganza with some of the biggest celestial events of 2023. After witnessing meteor showers and a dazzling moon in the first week of the month, a Super Blue Moon will appear on Wednesday (August 30) on Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi Poornima. It is expected to hit its peak at 9:36 pm ET or 7:06 am IST. Contrary to its name, the moon will not be in blue colour but is called by the name due to the definition by Sky & Telescope magazine, which states the second full moon in a calendar month will be called a Blue Moon, NASA reported. The Moon will appear full for 3 days around the peak of the Full Moon, from Tuesday (August 29) to Friday night (September 01), as per NASA. Also read | Skywatchers alert! Saturn will make its brightest and biggest appearance this weekend. Here's how to watch it Super Blue Moon The Super Blue Moon on Wednesday will also be joined by Saturn. The ringed gas giant will be just a few days past oppositions, the point at which it lies directly opposite the sun as seen from Earth, making it special. Is there a Blue Moon every year? As NASA stated, Blue Moons happen about every two and a half years. However, as per reports, the next Blue Moon is expected to appear in 2024. The last seasonal Blue Moon appeared in 2021. According to NASA, no major meteor showers are predicted during the peak lunar cycle. However, three minor showers will peak at 6 or fewer visible meteors per hour under ideal conditions. On the evening of August 30, the twilight ends at 8:43 EDT or 6:12 am IST and the moon will be rising 8 degrees above the east-southeastern horizon with Saturn 5 degrees to the right. Also read | Supermoon to grace skies on August 1! Check timings and all you need to know about the space phenomenon How to watch Blue Moon across different regions? For August 30: In London, the sun sets at 7:54 pm BST, followed by the moonrise at 8:08 pm BST. In New York, the sunset is at 7:33 pm EDT, following a moonrise at 7:45 pm EDT. In Los Angeles, the sun will set at 7:23 pm PDT and moonrise will transpire at 7:36 pm PDT. For August 31: In London, the sun sets at 7:52 pm BST, while moonrise will occur at 8:24 pm BST. The full moon will reach its peak at 1:37 am BST. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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