After an unexpected meteor tore through the Iberian skies last Sunday (November 2), this Wednesday (November 5) there is an astronomical event that usually captivates many people’s attention: the arrival of the penultimate Supermoon of the year.
This event coincides with the November Full Moon, also known as the Beaver Moon, which takes place this Wednesday evening. However, seeing it in all its splendor depends largely on the weather conditions.
This is because, according to the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA), showers and cloudy skies are forecast, which could hinder visibility and ‘disturb’ the lunar satellite’s glow. Even so, you can always get your camera ready and ‘take a chance’.
Proximity to Earth
The Moon reaches perigee, the closest point to Earth, during the night at 22:27 Lisbon time. At that moment, the satellite will be only 356,833 kilometers away,” reads Público newspaper.
What is the origin of the name of November’s Full Moon?
As in other cases, the November Full Moon owes its name to ancient traditions and rituals. In this particular case, the name “Beaver Moon” derives from Native American populations.
Its name is a direct reference to the time of year when beavers intensify the construction of their ‘refuges’ and prepare for winter. In addition, this was also the time when trappers prepared traps before the swamps froze over.
If you didn’t manage to admire the penultimate Supermoon of the year, make a note in your diary: the next one will take place on December 5th.
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