Supermoon August 2023: Witness the Celestial Magic of the Year – Roshbytes
This provides information about the upcoming full moon, which will be a “Supermoon” occurring on August 1, 2023. A Supermoon is a term coined for either a new or full moon that happens when the Moon is within 90% of its closest approach to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual. In 2023, there will be four recognized Supermoons, with the one in August being the second of the two brightest.
The full moon in August is known by various names, such as the Sturgeon Moon, Red Moon, Corn Moon, Green Corn Moon, Barley Moon, Herb Moon, Grain Moon, or Dog Moon. Different cultures associate it with different meanings and traditions.
This specific full moon also marks significant events in various religious calendars. In Sri Lanka, it is a holiday known as Esala Poya, commemorating Buddha’s first sermon after reaching nirvana, and also marks the start of Vassa, an annual three-month retreat for Buddhist Monks. Additionally, in other lunar and lunisolar calendars, this full moon falls on or near important dates, such as Av in the Hebrew calendar and Muharram in the Islamic calendar.
The website also mentions the upcoming Perseid meteor shower, which is predicted to be a good one in 2023. It advises the best time to view the meteors and provides tips for optimal meteor-watching conditions.
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