Daily Moon Guide | Observe – Moon: NASA Science
NASA's interactive map for observing the Moon each day of the year.
Phases of the Moon - Moon: NASA Science
Oct 4, 2017 · As the bright parts of the Moon appear to change shape during the month, each stage of the change is called a phase, and each phase carries its own name. This chart shows why this happens. The center ring shows the Moon as it revolves around the Earth, as seen from above the north pole.
Glossary - Moon: NASA Science
A new moon occurs in a syzygy wherein the order of alignment in space is Sun-Moon-Earth. The Moon is exactly aligned with the Sun, as measured in celestial longitude, though it may actually pass a few degrees above or below the Sun because of its tilted orbit.
Teachable Moment: What's a Supermoon and Just How Super is It?
Nov 30, 2017 · Your students may have noticed that when they see a full moon low on the horizon, it appears huge and then seems to shrink as it rises into the night sky. This can happen during any full moon. Known as the Moon Illusion, it has nothing to do with a supermoon. In fact, scientists still aren’t sure what causes the Moon Illusion. Brightness
Moon Map | Resources - Moon: NASA Science
This map depicts the Moon as it appeared on International Observe the Moon Night, September 14, 2024, at 8:00 PM EDT (00:00 UTC September 15). At this phase, many of the best views occur along the terminator (the line between the day and night side of the Moon) where shadows accentuate lunar topography.
The Next Full Moon is a Supermoon; the Sturgeon Moon
Aug 1, 2023 · The full Moon after next will be Wednesday night, August 30, 2023, at appearing opposite the Sun (in Earth-based longitude) at 9:36 PM EDT. This full Moon will be the second full Moon in August, making it a Blue Moon by the newer definition introduced by Sky & Telescope magazine in 1946.
Super Blue Moons: Your Questions Answered – Moon: NASA Science
Aug 17, 2023 · Will the Moon be blue? No, that’s just the term for two full moons in a month. Is the Moon ever blue? On rare occasions, tiny particles in the air ― typically of smoke or dust ― can scatter away red wavelengths of light, causing the Moon to appear blue. Will this Moon be bigger and more “super?”
Full Moon Blog: The Next Full Moon is the Sturgeon Moon, Hay …
Jul 20, 2018 · Saturday morning, August 11, 2018, at 5:58 AM EDT, will be the new Moon, when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun and is usually not visible from the Earth. The Moon will be visible from northern Europe or northeastern Asia, as it …
Live Stream the November 8 Lunar Eclipse – Moon: NASA Science
On November 8, 2022, the Moon passed fully into Earth's shadow and produced a total lunar eclipse. Totality took place between 5:17 a.m. and 6:42 a.m. EST (10:17 and 11:42 UTC), with the partial and penumbral phases of the eclipse continuing until 8:50 a.m. EST (13:50 UTC).
What You Need to Know about the Lunar Eclipse - Moon: NASA …
May 2, 2022 · A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align so that the Moon passes into Earth’s shadow. In a total lunar eclipse, the entire Moon falls within the darkest part of Earth’s shadow, called the umbra. When the Moon is within the umbra, it will turn a reddish hue.