Supermoon dates
A supermoon is a full moon near perigee, appearing larger and brighter than an average full moon.
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| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 supermoon | Tuesday, 24 November 2026 | In 4 months | To verify against NASA lunar calendar |
| Closest 2026 supermoon | Thursday, 24 December 2026 | In 5 months | To verify against NASA lunar calendar |
| Next listed supermoon | Friday, 22 January 2027 | In 6 months | Provisional, verify before relying on it |
A supermoon is a full moon that occurs when the Moon is near perigee, its closest point to Earth in its orbit. It can appear about 14% larger and 30% brighter than a micromoon, though the difference is subtle unless the Moon is low on the horizon. Several supermoons can occur in a year. Because definitions vary slightly, future dates should be checked against NASA lunar calendars or published astronomical tables before relying on them.
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Questions
What is a supermoon?
A full moon near perigee, the Moon's closest point to Earth.
When are the 2026 supermoons?
Current tables list 24 November and 24 December 2026, but verify against NASA lunar data before relying on them.
Does a supermoon look much bigger?
It can appear larger and brighter, but the difference is often subtle without a comparison.