Biggest and Brightest Supermoon of 2025 to Illuminate the Night Sky Tonight
Pune, November 5, 2025: Stargazers are in for a celestial spectacle tonight as the Biggest and Brightest Supermoon of 2025, also known as the Beaver Moon, graces the November sky. This rare event marks the largest and brightest full moon of the year, offering a stunning view for skywatchers around the world.
What Makes This Supermoon Special
Astronomers explain that a Supermoon occurs when the full moon coincides with its closest approach to Earth, a point known as perigee, in its elliptical orbit. During this event, the moon will be nearly 30,000 kilometers closer to Earth than usual, appearing 7% larger and 16% brighter than an average full moon.
The Supermoon will reach its full phase at 1:19 PM UTC (6:49 PM IST). The best time to watch will be soon after moonrise, when it appears low on the eastern horizon. This is when the famous “moon illusion” makes it seem even bigger against the skyline, trees, or landscape.
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A Golden Glow and Bonus Sky Sights
The Supermoon’s golden-orange hue during moonrise is caused by the scattering of light through Earth’s atmosphere, adding to its beauty. While it’s perfectly visible to the naked eye, using binoculars or a telescope can enhance the experience.
Alongside this spectacular moon, viewers can also spot Aldebaran, the bright star in the Taurus constellation, and the Pleiades star cluster shining nearby—creating a picture-perfect scene in the night sky.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
This Beaver Supermoon is the final and closest Supermoon of 2025, making it a must-see event for astronomy lovers and casual observers alike. Experts recommend heading to open spaces away from city lights for the clearest view.
Whether you capture it with a camera or simply enjoy it with your eyes, tonight’s Biggest and Brightest Supermoon of 2025 is a beautiful reminder of the wonders of our universe.
Did you know?
The full moon in November is also known as the “Fog Moon” due to the season. In North America, however, it is called the “Beaver Moon” because the indigenous people used to hunt beavers at this time of year.
The best time to watch the biggest and brightest supermoon of 2025 is just after sunset, when the moon rises on the eastern horizon. People in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata can see it clearly if skies are not cloudy.
