Cold Supermoon Marks End of 2025 Astronomical Spectacle Series
A spectacular cold supermoon is on its way, with the best viewing opportunity shortly after sunset on Thursday, December 4. This rare astronomical event marks the last full moon of the year and comes as a welcome treat for stargazers.
What makes this full moon special? It's not only the last one in 2025 but also the highest of the year due to the winter solstice approaching on December 21. As Earth's satellite orbits closer to our planet, its distance decreases, resulting in an increase in size and brightness. This supermoon will be visible for approximately 12 hours, making it a truly unforgettable experience.
However, don't expect it to be as bright as you think. According to NASA, the moon's appearance won't change much, but its brightness could exceed that of an ordinary full moon by 16 percent. Nonetheless, this spectacle promises to be nothing short of breathtaking.
So, when and where can you catch a glimpse of this celestial wonder? The exact timing is set for 6:14 pm ET on Thursday, December 4. To make the most of this experience, find an elevated spot with an unobstructed view of the eastern horizon and enjoy the last moon show of 2025.
This rare event marks the beginning of a new year, but also brings to an end another remarkable astronomical series. So, grab your binoculars or simply take in the beauty of nature – this cold supermoon is sure to be an experience you won't soon forget.
A spectacular cold supermoon is on its way, with the best viewing opportunity shortly after sunset on Thursday, December 4. This rare astronomical event marks the last full moon of the year and comes as a welcome treat for stargazers.
What makes this full moon special? It's not only the last one in 2025 but also the highest of the year due to the winter solstice approaching on December 21. As Earth's satellite orbits closer to our planet, its distance decreases, resulting in an increase in size and brightness. This supermoon will be visible for approximately 12 hours, making it a truly unforgettable experience.
However, don't expect it to be as bright as you think. According to NASA, the moon's appearance won't change much, but its brightness could exceed that of an ordinary full moon by 16 percent. Nonetheless, this spectacle promises to be nothing short of breathtaking.
So, when and where can you catch a glimpse of this celestial wonder? The exact timing is set for 6:14 pm ET on Thursday, December 4. To make the most of this experience, find an elevated spot with an unobstructed view of the eastern horizon and enjoy the last moon show of 2025.
This rare event marks the beginning of a new year, but also brings to an end another remarkable astronomical series. So, grab your binoculars or simply take in the beauty of nature – this cold supermoon is sure to be an experience you won't soon forget.
i cant even believe its already the last full moon of 2025 lol i was just thinking about how fast time flies...anywayz, this cold supermoon is literally gonna be sooo cool!!! 
i've been waitin for this moment 4eva! im hopin to get some sick pics of it with my friends we're gonna find a sweet spot w/ a clear view of the eastern horizon and watch the moon rise 
cant w8 till thursday dec 4 @ 6:14 pm est...who else is hyped? 
! Did u know that the closest full moon of the year occurs only every 2 years? Like, we're really lucky to witness this rare spectacle! 
And btw, have u seen the NASA pics of this supermoon? The brightness is going to be insane 
! I'm planning to grab my telescope and catch this show. R U coming out? 
What's ur fave time to stargaze? Before sunset or after? 
. I've been following all these astronomical events and it's wild how the moon just keeps on changing positions in our sky. The fact that it's a cold supermoon is already exciting enough but did you know it's also gonna be higher than usual due to the winter solstice? That's some cool science stuff right there 
! Can't wait to grab my binoculars and catch a glimpse of this beauty at 6:14 pm ET on Dec 4. Has anyone else been tracking these events all year? What are your fave ways to enjoy stargazing?
or maybe we can catch a livestream of it? has anyone else been looking forward to this all year? 
idk about that. dont get me wrong, a cold supermoon sounds kinda cool, but i'm not hopin on the hype train just yet. also, isnt this just like every other full moon we've seen? 
just another moon in the sky...
️ i heard its gonna be so cold lol hows that possible tho? is the moon actually cold or is thats just our planet being all chilly right now? 
also what makes the moon orbit closer to earth in december? is it something to do with the tilt of our axis?
. As we gaze up at the night sky, we're reminded that there's so much more to explore and learn about our celestial neighborhood. Grabbing some binoculars or simply taking in the view can be such a powerful way to cultivate wonder and awe 
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december 4th!! i've got my spot stargazing and binoculars ready, gonna grab a pic with friends and family too 
the fact that its 16% brighter than usual is literally mind-blowing! 
dont miss out on ths stunning display of nature's beauty
Just kidding (kind of). But seriously, who needs excitement when you can have a cold supermoon, right? It's like the universe is giving us a chill way to bid farewell to 2025. Let's just make some moon- memories and enjoy the show! 
. It's gonna be a big deal, but we've seen some spectacular events before and it doesn't always mean they'll be the best one. Still, December 4 can't come soon enough! 