Harvest Moon, Supermoon, and Partial Lunar Eclipse Set to Illuminate Skies
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On September 17, a unique celestial event will occur, combining a harvest moon, supermoon, and partial lunar eclipse. The full moon will rise at 10:35 PM EDT (02:35 GMT on September 18), providing a bright display in the night sky.
A partial lunar eclipse, where part of the moon enters Earth's shadow, will begin at 8:41 PM EDT (00:41 GMT). The peak of the eclipse will occur at 10:44 PM EDT (02:44 GMT), with 8% of the moon in full shadow. The event will conclude by 12:47 AM EDT (04:47 GMT).
This full moon is also a supermoon, appearing larger and brighter due to its proximity to Earth. Additionally, it is the harvest moon, the full moon closest to the autumn equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. Traditionally, this moon provided extra light for farmers during harvest.
The event will be visible across parts of North America, Europe, and Africa. NASA advises viewing from dark areas and recommends binoculars for enhanced viewing.