First supermoon of 2024 rises over Sydney Opera House

First supermoon of 2024 rises over Sydney Opera House

STORY :: First supermoon of 2024 rises over Sydney Opera House

:: August 19, 2024

:: Sydney, Australia

The Moon is considered a supermoon when it reaches the closest point to Earth in its orbit, making it appear much larger from Earth, increasing its diameter by 7%.

A blue moon does not refer to its color, but when there are two full moons in the same month.