Short answer: Yes—there is a Beaver Moon supermoon visible tonight, with the peak around early morning local times on November 5–6, 2025. It’s the largest and brightest full Moon of 2025 due to its proximity to Earth at perigee. Details and viewing tips
- When to look: The Moon is full on November 5, 2025, and will be unusually large and bright around moonrise and throughout the evening, with the closest approach occurring near or just after perigee in the early morning hours depending on your time zone.
- What you’ll see: A full Moon that appears roughly up to about 14% larger and up to 30% brighter than a typical full Moon at average distance.
- Name and context: This fullness is commonly called the Beaver Moon in North America, and it’s one of three “supermoons” observed in 2025 (Harvest Moon in October, Beaver Moon in November, and another in December). The effect is due to the Moon’s elliptical orbit bringing it closer to Earth at perigee.
- Observing conditions:
- Best time: Moonrise to early evening is ideal for a prominent view, with the Moon often appearing large near the horizon due to atmospheric expansion and optical effects.
- Location: Find a clear sky with an unobstructed view of the eastern or southeastern horizon, away from bright artificial lights.
- Weather: Check local cloud cover and transparency; cool, stable air often yields crisper details of the lunar surface.
- Practical notes:
- If you’re trying to time the exact perigee, local time varies by location; the overall spectacle lasts for several hours around moonrise and throughout the night.
- A pair of binoculars or a small telescope can reveal more surface features (maria, craters) though a full Moon is bright enough to see detail with the naked eye.
If you’d like, I can tailor viewing tips to your exact city or region and give the surrounding events for this year’s other two supermoons.
