The Buck Moon 2023: Your Guide to the First Supermoon of the Year
The Buck Moon 2023: Your Guide to the First Supermoon of the Year
Send your queries at contact@sustainabilityawakening.com.
Send your queries at contact@sustainabilityawakening.com.
The Buck Moon will be one of the closest and lowest-hanging full moons of the year as seen from the Northern Hemisphere.
The Buck Moon will be one of the closest and lowest-hanging full moons of the year as seen from the Northern Hemisphere.
The Earth-facing side of the Buck Moon will be fully lit by the sun at 6:40 a.m. EDT on July 3, but it will be best viewed at moonrise the previous evening.
The Earth-facing side of the Buck Moon will be fully lit by the sun at 6:40 a.m. EDT on July 3, but it will be best viewed at moonrise the previous evening.
The Buck Moon is classified as a supermoon because it will be slightly closer to Earth than usual, making it appear bigger and brighter.
The Buck Moon is classified as a supermoon because it will be slightly closer to Earth than usual, making it appear bigger and brighter.
The Buck Moon is named after the antlers of male deer (bucks) growing at this time, according to the Almanac.
The Buck Moon is named after the antlers of male deer (bucks) growing at this time, according to the Almanac.
Besides being closer to Earth, the Buck Moon is also one of the lowest-hanging full moons of the year as seen from the Northern Hemisphere.
Besides being closer to Earth, the Buck Moon is also one of the lowest-hanging full moons of the year as seen from the Northern Hemisphere.
The Buck Moon will be the first and smallest of four supermoons in 2023, with the following full moons on Aug. 1, Aug. 30, and Sept. 29 destined to be slightly larger and brighter.
The Buck Moon will be the first and smallest of four supermoons in 2023, with the following full moons on Aug. 1, Aug. 30, and Sept. 29 destined to be slightly larger and brighter.
To best view the Buck Moon, find a spot with an unobstructed view of the southeastern horizon.
A pair of binoculars or a telescope can enhance the viewing experience, but they are not necessary.
A pair of binoculars or a telescope can enhance the viewing experience, but they are not necessary.
Remember to take advantage of the Buck Moon's close proximity to Earth and low-hanging position to capture some stunning photos.
Remember to take advantage of the Buck Moon's close proximity to Earth and low-hanging position to capture some stunning photos.
The Buck Moon is a unique and exciting astronomical event that's worth the effort to see.
The Buck Moon is a unique and exciting astronomical event that's worth the effort to see.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness the first supermoon of the year.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness the first supermoon of the year.