ISLAMABAD: Stargazers across Pakistan witnessed a breathtaking sight on Wednesday as the year’s largest and brightest supermoon illuminated the night sky, casting a radiant glow across the horizon.
This dazzling event, known as the Beaver Supermoon, occurs when the moon reaches its closest point to Earth in its orbit, appearing noticeably larger and brighter than usual.
At 6:19 PM, the supermoon reached its peak, coming within 221,817 miles of Earth. According to spokesperson of Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), the moon appeared 9.7% larger and 16% brighter than its typical size and luminosity.
The spokesperson described the spectacle as a truly mesmerizing experience for skywatchers, with the radiant moon set to dominate the evening skyline.
The November full moon is traditionally known as the Beaver Moon—a name rooted in Native American traditions, marking the time when beavers prepared their lodges for winter.
Since this full moon coincides with the moon’s closest approach to Earth, it is celebrated as the Beaver Supermoon.
This marks the second supermoon of the year, following an earlier one seen in October. The third and final supermoon of the year is anticipated in December. On average, three to four supermoons occur each year.
