Super Blue Moons: Your Questions Answered – Moon: NASA Science
The Moon of August 30-31, 2023, is a full moon, a supermoon, and a blue moon. Here's what it all means.
Live Stream the November 8 Lunar Eclipse – Moon: NASA Science
On November 8, 2022, the Moon passed fully into Earth's shadow and produced a total lunar eclipse. Totality took place between 5:17 a.m. and 6:42 a.m. EST (10:17 and 11:42 UTC), with the partial and penumbral phases of the eclipse continuing until 8:50 a.m. EST (13:50 UTC).
Daily Moon Guide | Observe - Moon: NASA Science
NASA's interactive map for observing the Moon each day of the year.
Moon Phase and Libration 2025 - Moon: NASA Science
Jan 13, 2025 · Moon Phase and Libration Gallery (NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio) What does the Moon look like on your birthday? Look up the Moon's phase for any day in 2025.
Lunar Science and Exploration Highlights: Recent Updates
Aug 1, 2024 · NASA Goddard to Build Quake Detector for Artemis III Moon Landing. NASA’s Artemis IV: Building First Lunar Space Station. NASA Tests Technology, Practices Artemis Moonwalks in Arizona Desert. NASA Ships Moon Rocket Stage Ahead of First Crewed Artemis Flight. Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS)
Live Streams for September 14, 2024 – Moon: NASA Science
Sep 10, 2024 · Tune in here Saturday, September 14 to catch up on NASA lunar exploration and science from the past year, discover what’s on the horizon, and explore the ways in which participants from around the world celebrate International Observe the Moon Night.
Teachable Moment: What's a Supermoon and Just How Super is It?
Nov 30, 2017 · Your students may have noticed that when they see a full moon low on the horizon, it appears huge and then seems to shrink as it rises into the night sky. This can happen during any full moon. Known as the Moon Illusion, it has nothing to do with a supermoon. In fact, scientists still aren’t sure what causes the Moon Illusion. Brightness
‘Super Blue Blood Moon' Coming Jan. 31 – Moon: NASA Science
Jan 18, 2018 · If you live in the western part of North America, Alaska, and the Hawaiian islands, set your alarm early the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 31 for a lunar trifecta: a pre-dawn “super blue blood moon.” Learn more, including where to watch live on NASA TV.
What You Need to Know about the Lunar Eclipse - Moon: NASA …
May 2, 2022 · A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align so that the Moon passes into Earth’s shadow. In a total lunar eclipse, the entire Moon falls within the darkest part of Earth’s shadow, called the umbra. When the Moon is within the umbra, it will turn a reddish hue.
Livestream the Eclipse – Moon: NASA Science
May 10, 2022 · On May 15-16, the Moon passed into Earth's shadow. Enjoy the following livestreams of the spectacular phenomenon, including a special episode of NASA Science Live explaining the science of the eclipse.