A micromoon will be visible in the night sky this Saturday, offering a subtle yet intriguing lunar display.
The full moon will appear slightly smaller and dimmer than usual, although the difference may be difficult to spot with the naked eye.
According to astrophysicist Alain Brizard from Saint Michael's College in Vermont, the change is "a very subtle difference." This phenomenon occurs when the moon reaches its farthest point from Earth in its orbit, the opposite of a supermoon, where the moon appears larger as it gets closer to our planet.
To catch a glimpse of the micromoon, find a spot with a clear view of the sky and look up. While the moon may not appear dramatically different, it is still a unique event to observe.
Micromoons and supermoons occur a few times a year as the moon’s full phase aligns with its orbit. Another micromoon will be visible in May, while three supermoons are expected in October, November, and December. A more dramatic lunar event occurred in March, when a total lunar eclipse turned the moon a coppery red.
