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Last Supermoon of 2024: When and How to Watch

The final supermoon of 2024 peaks this week, offering a spectacular celestial event. This article details when to view it and provides insights into this phenomenon.

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When is the last supermoon of 2024?: The last supermoon of 2024 will be visible on Thursday and Friday this week, making its closest approach on Thursday and reaching its full lunar phase on Friday.
Why does a supermoon appear bigger and brighter?: A supermoon appears bigger and brighter than a typical full moon because it occurs when a full moon coincides with the moon's closest orbital point to Earth.
When can we expect the next series of supermoons?: The next series of supermoons is expected in October 2025, with three supermoons predicted for that month.
How far away were the supermoons in August, September, and October 2024?: The August supermoon was 224,917 miles from Earth, September's was 222,131 miles, October's was 222,055 miles, and this month's will be about 225,000 miles away.
Does a supermoon actually change in size, and if not, how does its appearance differ from a typical full moon?: While a supermoon is not actually larger, it can appear slightly bigger and significantly brighter (up to 30% brighter) than a typical full moon due to its proximity to Earth.

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