What is a Supermoon and when is the next one?
Quick Answer: A Supermoon is when the full moon is closest to Earth, making it look bigger and brighter than usual. The next Supermoon will occur on January 3, 2026.
A Supermoon happens because the Moon's orbit around Earth is not a perfect circle. Sometimes it gets closer to us, at a point called perigee. When a full moon coincides with this close approach, we see a Supermoon.
This results in a moon that appears up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than a regular full moon. It's a beautiful sight and a great time to look up and enjoy the night sky.