Super Blue Moon

Current Context : Recently, super blue moon, an occurrence that happens on average every 10 years, was observed.

ABOUT SUPER BLUE MOON

• A super blue moon combines three lunar phenomena: a full moon, a blue moon, and a supermoon.

Supermoon occurs when a full or new Moon coincides with the Moon’s closest approach to Earth, known as perigee.

• This proximity makes the Moon appear larger and brighter than usual, capturing public attention.

Blue Moon: A blue moon, contrary to its name, does not refer to the moon’s color; instead, it signifies the occurrence of two full moons within a single calendar month.

THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF BLUE MOON. 

• Monthly blue moon occurs when full moon seen twice in a single month.

Seasonal blue moon occurs when there are four full moons in a single season instead of the usual three.