The traditional definition refers to the third full moon in a season that contains four full moons. The second definition, which emerged from a misunderstanding, refers to the second full moon in a single calendar month. The Blue Moon on August 19, 2024, will be of the traditional seasonal variety.
Though the moon will not actually turn blue, the rarity of the event makes it special. The combination of a Supermoon and a Blue Moon is an even more unusual occurrence, making this August’s full moon a must-see event.
Four Full Moons to Watch in 2024
The Supermoon Blue Moon on August 19 is just the beginning. Here are the next full moons to mark on your calendar for 2024:
- Blue/Sturgeon Moon
Date and time: August 19, 2:26 p.m. EDT (1826 GMT)
Distance from Earth: 224,917 miles (361,970 km) - Harvest Moon
Date and time: September 17, 10:34 p.m. EDT (0234 GMT on September 18)
Distance from Earth: 222,131 miles (357,486 km) - Hunter’s Moon
Date and time: October 17, 7:26 a.m. EDT (1126 GMT)
Distance from Earth: 222,055 miles (357,364 km) - Beaver Moon
Date and time: November 15, 4:29 p.m. EDT (2129 GMT)
Distance from Earth: 224,853 miles (361,867 km)
Capturing the Supermoon Blue Moon
Photographers and skywatchers alike are in for a treat with the upcoming Supermoon Blue Moon.
