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In August 2023, skygazers worldwide will witness two Supermoons and a rare Blue Moon, making it an exceptional celestial show. The Sturgeon Moon, also known as the first Full Moon, named after the Giant Sturgeon, is set to grace the skies on August 1. The Super Blue Moon, a combination of rare phenomena, will peak on August 30, 2023. Seasonal Blue Moons occur when there are four full moons in one season. Observers are encouraged to choose dark sky locations and check the weather forecast. Binocu...

Of the two supermoons, called the sturgeon moon and the blue moon, one will be the closest the moon will be to the Earth this year.

Cyprus is getting ready to be starstruck as the Perseids, a prolific meteor shower, will peak the night of August 12-13. That is, two days prior to the new Moon.It is expected that up to 100 meteors per hour will be seen and the good news is that observation conditions will be particularly favorable

Science Quiz on Supermoon: Ready to test your lunar knowledge? Take our Supermoon Quiz now and see how much you know about this mesmerizing celestial event! 

Blue Moons occur every two to three years. This month’s second full moon is the closest and brightest supermoon until 2025.

Skies should be mostly clear in State College near the supermoon’s peak.

OSCAR CAINER: Todays Mars-Jupiter link provides the sort of enthusiasm we need to overcome any doubts so that we can act on the Supermoon energy and pursue paths that lead to progress.

With two Supermoons and the Perseid Meteor Shower on tap, August 2023 will be an excellent month for sky gazing.

OSCAR CAINER: Unless youre birthday boy Harry Potter, the feeling of magic in the air isnt due to potential letters arriving from Hogwarts.

The first of two full moons in August will reach its peak on Tuesday August 1. As an added bonus, it will also be a supermoon!