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What is a Super Blue Moon?

When Is the Next Super Blue Moon?

The next Super Blue Moon will occur on Monday, August 31, 2023, at 2:26 p.m. EDT.

A Super Blue Moon is a rare astronomical event that occurs when a full moon, a blue moon, and a supermoon coincide.

A full moon occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun, and its entire face is illuminated. A blue moon is the second full moon in a calendar month. A supermoon occurs when the Moon is at its closest point to the Earth in its orbit, making it appear larger and brighter than usual.

The Super Blue Moon on August 31, 2023, will be the first Super Blue Moon since January 31, 2018, and the next one will not occur until August 19, 2037.

What Time Can I See the Super Blue Moon?

The Super Blue Moon will start to rise in the eastern sky at 7:10 p.m.

The best time to view the Super Blue Moon will be shortly after it rises, when it will be closest to the horizon and will appear larger and brighter.

What Will the Super Blue Moon Look Like?

The Super Blue Moon will appear larger and brighter than usual.

The Moon will reach its peak fullness at 2:26 p.m. EDT on August 31, but it will not be visible in the United States until after sunset.

When the Moon rises, it will be at perigee, meaning it will be at the point in its orbit when it is closest to Earth. Because it is closer, it will appear larger and brighter than usual.

Other Full Moons in 2023

There will be four other full moons that can be seen in 2023.

• March 7: Worm Moon
• April 6: Pink Moon
• May 5: Flower Moon
• June 3: Strawberry Moon

The Super Blue Moon on August 31 will be the last full moon of the summer.