Beaver Moon 2025: Biggest and Brightest Supermoon of the Year to Illuminate US Skies on November 5
IN NEWS:
Beaver Moon 2025: Biggest and Brightest Supermoon of the Year to Illuminate US Skies on November 5
ANALYSIS:
- The Beaver Moon, November’s full moon, is set to be the largest and brightest full moon of 2025, appearing as a supermoon on Wednesday, 5 November 2025, according to Newsweek.
- A supermoon occurs when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth—a stage called perigee—making it appear larger and more luminous than usual.
- The Beaver Moon will reach its peak brightness at 8:19 AM EST on November 5, 2025; however, it will not be visible at that exact time in the US as it will be below the horizon.
- The best viewing times will be the evenings of November 4 and 5, when the Moon will rise before sunset and appear bigger and orange in colour, due to the moon illusion—a visual effect that makes celestial objects appear larger near the horizon.
- In New York, the Moon will rise at 4:00 PM (Nov 4) and 4:35 PM (Nov 5), while in Los Angeles, it will rise at 4:14 PM (Nov 4) and 4:55 PM (Nov 5).
- Observers will not need any special equipment—a clear sky and minimal light pollution will provide the best view.
STATIC PART:
- What is a Supermoon?
- A supermoon occurs when a full moon coincides with the Moon’s closest approach to Earth (perigee), making it appear up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than a typical full moon.
- Why is it called the Beaver Moon?
- The term originates from Native American traditions, marking the period when beaver traps were set before rivers froze, or when beavers build dams in preparation for winter.
- The name reflects the seasonal behaviour of wildlife and the cultural significance of lunar phases in early North American societies.
- Upcoming Full Moons:
- Cold Moon (Long Night Moon): 4 December 2025
- Wolf Moon: 3 January 2026
Updated – 29 Oct 2025 ; 07:26 PM | LiveMint