July 31, 2023 12:54 pm | Updated 12:54 pm ISTThe cosmos is offering up a double feature in August: a pair of supermoons culminating in a rare blue moon. Catch the first show Tuesday evening as the full moon rises in the southeast, appearing slightly brighter and bigger than normal. That’s because it will be closer than usual, just 222,159 miles (357,530 kilometers) away, thus the supermoon label. “Warm summer nights are the ideal time to watch the full moon rise in the eastern sky within minutes of sunset. Also Read | Closest known black hole to Earth spotted by astronomersThe last time two full supermoons graced the sky in the same month was in 2018.

Source: The Hindu July 31, 2023 15:41 UTC