Key Points
The second full moon, also called a blue moon, will take place on Wednesday, August 30, reaching its peak at 9:36 p.m..
Moreover, this blue moon will be a supermoon and the biggest full moon in 2023, coming closest to Earth of any full moon this year...
Supermoon: A supermoon is a term used to describe a full moon that appears larger and brighter than usual in the night sky..
When a full moon coincides with its closest approach to Earth (perigee), it appears about 14% larger and 30% brighter than an average full moon..
The term "Blue Moon" is used to describe an additional full moon that occurs within a calendar month..
