Supermoons occur because the moon orbits the Earth on an elliptical path, rather than a circular one. The last supermoon was on June 14 and was called the ‘Strawberry moon’ because it’s the full moon at strawberry harvest time. July’s full moon is known as the Buck Moon in a traditional naming system developed by early Native Americans, because male deer shed and regrow their antlers around this time of year. Its proximity bolsters its brightness and size in the night sky from our planet, while on the moon it would appear the same as normal.

The spectacular event could be seen rising over famous landmarks, including the skyline of New York, Milan’s Peace Arch and Glastonbury Tor in Somerset.Ī supermoon occurs when the full moon nearly coincides with perigee – the point in the orbit of the moon at which it is nearest to the Earth. Did YOU see it? Stunning photos show last night’s SUPERMOON as it rose over London, Milan and New York – with our lunar satellite appearing 30% bigger and brighterĪ stunning supermoon lit up skies around the world last night, as our lunar satellite appeared 30 per cent bigger and brighter.

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