Rare Super Blue Moon set to grace night skies today; read to know details
The article in Indian Express discusses the occurrence of a “Super Blue Moon” during the Raksha Bandhan festival in India on August 30-31, 2023. This event is a rare combination of a “blue moon” and a “super moon.” A blue moon refers to the situation when a full moon appears twice in a single month, a phenomenon that is more frequent than its idiomatic rarity suggests. The term is endorsed by NASA. On the other hand, a super moon occurs when the moon is at its perigee, the closest point to Earth in its elliptical orbit, and is also a full moon. This results in a larger and brighter appearance.
The article clarifies that despite the name “blue moon,” the moon’s color won’t actually change to blue. Any potential blue hue is likely due to atmospheric factors like smoke or dust scattering red wavelengths of light. The article emphasizes that the term “blue moon” pertains to the frequency of full moon occurrences and not its color.
Furthermore, the article provides insights into the moon’s elliptical orbit, its orbital duration, and the difference between new moons and full moons. The significance of the upcoming Super Blue Moon lies in its occurrence during the Rakhi festival. It is notable that this event is a fusion of astronomical occurrences and cultural celebrations.
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