Supermoon alert
May 25, 2021 14:02:12 #
kenpic
Loc: Edmonds, WA
Supermoon alert: Share your view tonight.
Often called the "flower moon," the May full moon is nearly upon us. Earth's nearest neighbor will reach the full stage early May 26, meaning it will appear full both Tuesday and Wednesday nights. The moon's closest monthly approach to Earth happens at the same time, making the flower moon a supermoon, as well.
For early risers, there's another astronomical treat in store: This year's only total lunar eclipse happens in the hours before sunrise May 26. When Earth's shadow begins to cover it, Luna often takes on a reddish tint, leading to the name "blood moon" for those rare times when a lunar eclipse aligns with a full moon.
So step outside, take a video or photo, and post it in the comments to share the view with your neighbors.
Often called the "flower moon," the May full moon is nearly upon us. Earth's nearest neighbor will reach the full stage early May 26, meaning it will appear full both Tuesday and Wednesday nights. The moon's closest monthly approach to Earth happens at the same time, making the flower moon a supermoon, as well.
For early risers, there's another astronomical treat in store: This year's only total lunar eclipse happens in the hours before sunrise May 26. When Earth's shadow begins to cover it, Luna often takes on a reddish tint, leading to the name "blood moon" for those rare times when a lunar eclipse aligns with a full moon.
So step outside, take a video or photo, and post it in the comments to share the view with your neighbors.
May 25, 2021 14:21:10 #
May 25, 2021 16:16:06 #
kenpic
Loc: Edmonds, WA
chikid68 wrote:
Not to mention that there is a lunar eclipse tonight as well.
See paragraph two (above.)
May 25, 2021 17:52:48 #
Yeah. Super moon is huuuge. Get out your ultrawide long lenses.
Geese flying across the moon will look small. Better to find some ostrich.
Geese flying across the moon will look small. Better to find some ostrich.
May 26, 2021 04:15:44 #
May 26, 2021 06:05:37 #
markinvictoria
Loc: Victoria TX
Just stepped outside...sure enough...lunar eclipse is happening. Too bad the mosquitoes are thriving after all the heavy rains recently.
May 26, 2021 06:23:37 #
tcthome
Loc: NJ
User ID wrote:
Yeah. Super moon is huuuge. Get out your ultrawide long lenses.
Geese flying across the moon will look small. Better to find some ostrich.
Geese flying across the moon will look small. Better to find some ostrich.
May 26, 2021 06:55:16 #
kenpic wrote:
Supermoon alert: Share your view tonight. br Ofte... (show quote)
I am in Tucson, AZ and in a few minutes, the total eclipse will begin as the moon turns slightly red. I have been watching for an hour or so. Sky is pretty clear here with some wispy clouds. Taking photos but my longest lens is 300 mm. Still a thrill!
May 26, 2021 06:59:06 #
PaulBrit
Loc: Merlin, Southern Oregon
I am in Merlin, Southern Oregon, and we are moments away from a total eclipse. I am sure others will take photographs but I just want to stand outside and watch it, and that’s where I am going now!
May 26, 2021 07:08:08 #
KenY
Loc: Glenside, Pa
[quote=kenpic]Supermoon alert: Share your view tonight.
When Earth's shadow begins to cover it, Luna often takes on a reddish tint, leading to the name
"blood moon" for those rare times when a lunar eclipse aligns with a full moon.
Lunar eclipses are indeed rare, but ALWAYS occur at a full moon.
When Earth's shadow begins to cover it, Luna often takes on a reddish tint, leading to the name
"blood moon" for those rare times when a lunar eclipse aligns with a full moon.
Lunar eclipses are indeed rare, but ALWAYS occur at a full moon.
May 26, 2021 07:17:54 #
I take my dogs for two-mile hikes every morning...usually around 4 or 5am. We live with a dark sky so it's a treat to get up early.
The human eye cannot tell the difference between a supermoon and a regular full moon.
But it is still interesting in a way...though I prefer a waning moon...more stars available to view.
The human eye cannot tell the difference between a supermoon and a regular full moon.
But it is still interesting in a way...though I prefer a waning moon...more stars available to view.
May 26, 2021 07:20:47 #
kenpic wrote:
Supermoon alert: Share your view tonight. br Ofte... (show quote)
I'm covering it as we speak
May 26, 2021 08:25:06 #
It’s been raining here for two weeks. I haven’t seen the sun or moon for at least that long.
May 26, 2021 08:37:10 #
rbtree
Loc: Shoreline, WA, United States
I just posted images of the Supermoon and the eclipse in the thread I started a couple days ago.
May 26, 2021 08:40:03 #
rbtree wrote:
I just posted images of the Supermoon and the eclipse in the thread I started a couple days ago.
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