"2023's Super Rare Blue Moon: A Celestial Spectacle Not to Miss"
TL;DR
The Blue Moon of August 2023, which is the third full moon in a season with four full moons, will rise on August 30th. It will be the brightest and largest moon of the year and will also be a supermoon, appearing slightly larger than normal. The Blue Moon will be accompanied by Saturn in the night sky, making for a special celestial event. Blue Moons occur every two to three years, with the next one expected in August 2024. Skywatchers can use binoculars or telescopes to observe the moon and capture photos of the event.
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- Eyes to the sky this week to see the super-rare Perigee Blue Moon The Weather Network
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- August ends with rings of Saturn and a super blue moon hovering over NYC Gothamist
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