Get Ready for India's First Supermoon of 2026: Catch the Spectacle Tonight!
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The first supermoon of 2026 is set to dazzle the night sky with its extraordinary appearance. On January 3, the full moon will be visible shortly after sunset in India, shining 30% brighter and 14% larger than the year's most distant full moon. This phenomenon is caused by the moon being at its closest point to Earth, known as perigee. As a result, the moon will take on an orange-yellow hue, approximately 362,641 km away from our planet. A supermoon occurs when the moon is opposite the sun in its orbit, making the nearest side fully illuminated and appearing larger and brighter than usual. Skywatchers worldwide can witness the supermoon reach its peak at 5:30 am EST (4 pm IST) on January 3. In India, the best views will be at moonrise, around 5:45 pm-6 pm IST, when the moon will be at its full phase. This event can be observed without special equipment, but a telescope or binoculars can help identify details on the moon's surface. The 'moon illusion' will also make the low-hanging moon appear bigger than it actually is. The January full moon is also known as the Wolf Moon, named after the Northern Hemisphere folklore referencing wolves that howl during long winter nights. This supermoon can be viewed from different locations across the world, including New York, London, Tokyo, and Sydney, at various local times. Get ready to witness the breathtaking spectacle of India's first supermoon of 2026 tonight!
