Harvest moon, supermoon bring a partial lunar eclipse: How, when to watch
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NASA says this month’s full moon will rise on September 17 at 10:35pm EDT (02:35 GMT on September 18).
On the night of September 17, the Earth, sun and moon will align to create three celestial events.
In many places, depending on the time zones, people will have the opportunity to witness a harvest moon, a supermoon, and a lunar eclipse as the full moon rises.
Here’s what you need to know about these events:
According to NASA, a full moon is defined as the moment when the moon is exactly 180 degrees opposite to the sun. During this time, the sun is almost fully illuminating the Earth’s satellite.
NASA says this month’s full moon will reach its peak on Tuesday, September 17 at 10:35pm EDT (or at 02:35 GMT on Wednesday, September 18).
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