Super Blue Moon is a rare full moon occurrence that can be witnessed across Asia. Super Blue Moon 2024 will be marked on August 19. The Supermoon Blue Moon in August is called the 'Sturgeon Moon.' The sighting of this phenomenal full moon will be captured on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan 2024. Super Blue Moon - as the name suggests - is when a supermoon and blue moon coincide on the same day. The moon is sure to look stunning on the occasion of Super Blue Moon 2024. Interestingly, August's Blue Moon is one of the four supermoons that will be visible in 2024. It will be captured by people across the region and is sure to be a sight to behold. As we prepare to celebrate Super Blue Moon 2024, here is everything you need to know about this observance, date, time, what it means and how to celebrate the Super Blue Moon. August's Supermoon Blue Moon 2024 Kicks off Four Months of Lunar Spectacles. Here's How to Watch.

When is the Super Blue Moon 2024?

Super Blue Moon 2024 will be marked on August 19. According to NASA, a supermoon occurs when a new or full moon takes place while the moon is within 90% of its closest approach to Earth. The August 19 Super Blue Moon is a seasonable Bluemoon. This refers to the third full moon in a season that has four full moons. While the full moon will not appear blue, it is a misnomer as it derives its name from a historical misrepresentation of the lunar cycle.

How to Watch Super Blue Moon 2024?

According to reports, the super blue moon will be visible on August 19 at 11:56 PM IST and will remain full in the sky for the next three days. The easiest way to watch the super blue moon is by heading out to an area with little to no light pollution and offering a clear view of the horizon. Photographers and astronomical enthusiasts across the area are sure to take this opportunity to capture the beautiful phenomenon and post their versions of the super blue moon 2024 on social media.

Next Supermoon Dates in 2024

August Supermoon Blue Moon, aka Sturgeon Moon, is not the year's only supermoon. In fact, there are three more supermoons that will be seen in the coming months of 2024. The next three remaining super moons of 2024 will appear on September 17. The September Supermoon is known as the 'Harvest Moon,' followed by the October Supermoon, which will be seen on October 17. It is also known as the 'Hunter’s Moon.' The fourth and last supermoon of the year is the 'Beaver Moon' or November supermoon, which will be visible on November 15.

The super blue moon 2024 is a very rare astronomical event that is only believed to occur every 10 to 20 years. While it is common to capture blue moons and super moons separately, the possibility of the three astronomical events of a blue moon, super moon and full moon coinciding makes this a compelling astronomical event that you need to witness.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 19, 2024 01:27 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).