Supermoon rising like a giant Jack O'Lantern

It’s October and fall is in full swing. Temperatures are dropping, leaves are falling, and spooky decorations are popping up everywhere. It’s a favorite time of year for many, and it looks like the moon wants to get in on the fun. The Old Farmer’s Almanac says a Hunter’s Moon is has arrived, and it is beautiful!

It’s the largest supermoon of the year, and it’s at its best and brightest: https://t.co/LizulVvJuX — Live Science (@LiveScience) October 14, 2024

The October Supermoon Is Perfect For Fall

The Farmers Almanac says the supermoon began to appear full around October 15 and is considered a supermoon. On October 17, the Hunter’s Moon will peak at 7:26 Eastern time. The Hunter’s Moon is a supermoon due to its proximity to Earth, according to the Farmer’s Almanac . As the Moon drifts around sunset, it will appear large and orange, an ideal fall hue. Per The Adler Planetarium a supermoon creates a beautiful show in the sky, making it appear 30% brighter and nearly 15% larger than a full moon as it is farther away from Earth.

The Farmers Almanac explains that this is called a Hunter’s Moon because it was once considered a signal for hunters to begin hunting to prepare for the upcoming colder months. Animals typically fatten up at this time of year to prepare for the winter season. As fields clear and foliage dies this time of year, it makes it easier for hunters to detect their prey.

Per Live Science , the Hunter’s Moon is the first full Moon of the fall this year. The next full Moon will take place on November 13. This will be the final supermoon of 2024 known as the Beaver Moon, the Frost Moon, and the Freezing Moon.