The next Blue Moon, which is also a Super Blue Moon, will occur on August 19, 2024. This rare event happens when a full moon is both a supermoon (closest to Earth in its orbit, appearing larger and brighter) and a Blue Moon (the third full moon in a season with four full moons) — not that the moon will actually appear blue in color

Where and when to see the Blue Moon?

• Visibility: The Blue Supermoon will be visible from Sunday morning, August 18, through early Wednesday morning, August 21, 2024

• Best viewing locations: It can be seen from anywhere with clear skies, as supermoons and blue moons are visible to the naked eye without special equipment or specific locations

. In Europe, the far east of East Anglia and southeast England may see it before clouds move in, while much of the continent is expected to have clearer skies

. In the United States, it will be visible in the evening after the moon passes its peak fullness at 2:26 p.m. ET

• Viewing tips: No special equipment is needed, but binoculars or telescopes can enhance the view of the moon’s features and nearby celestial objects like Saturn

Additional notes:

• The Blue Moon will appear full and bright for about three days.
• This event coincides with the Perseid meteor shower, which may add to the spectacle in the Northern Hemisphere

• The next Blue Supermoons are not expected until 2037

In summary, to see the Blue Moon in 2024, look to the night sky anywhere on Earth from August 18 to 21, 2024, weather permitting. The moon will be large, bright, and spectacular, especially during the peak night of August 19