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October’s full harvest moon is the first supermoon of the year. Here’s when to see it
The October Harvest Moon will appear up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than usual, marking the first of three consecutive supermoons in 2025, NASA said.
- On Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, the October harvest moon rises as the year's first supermoon, appearing brightest and largest over the eastern horizon at sunset.
- The harvest moon occurs when a full moon aligns closely with the autumnal equinox, which fell on Sept. 22 this year, making October's full moon the harvest moon.
- Unlike other full moons that typically rise 50 minutes later each day, the harvest moon rises just 25 to 30 minutes later over several consecutive evenings, offering extended twilight illumination.
- According to NASA, this supermoon will appear up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than an average full moon because it is approximately 226,000 miles from Earth.
- This event marks the first of three consecutive supermoons predicted for 2025, with observers encouraged to watch from areas away from city lights for the most striking views.
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KXAN viewers' harvest moon photos, how to take a great moon picture
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The harvest moon, the first full moon nearest to the autumnal equinox, was visible over Central Texas last night. KXAN viewers sent in some of their photos: A challenge with photographing the full moon is that it is very bright compared to the night sky. To help us out, a NASA guide explains how to take a great moon photo. Here's some of their tips for smartphone users: Stabilize your phone on a tripod or using an object to prop…
October's supermoon spotted across western Massachusetts
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - A supermoon was caught on camera by 22News viewers Monday night. Springfield residents enjoy summer-like 80-degree weather The Associated Press states that this supermoon was the first of three this year and happens when a full moon is closer to Earth in its orbit. This makes the moon appear 4% larger and 30% brighter than the faintest moon of the year, NASA stated. Sent from 22News viewer Linda Eichstaedt of South…
In the past, such celestial phenomena helped people see during the harvest, which lasted into the night.
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