Rare 'Blue Micromoon' Visible as Farthest and Dimmest Full Moon

Published: 2026-05-30
Category: science
Source: NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day
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A unique celestial event, a 'micromoon,' is observable tonight, appearing smaller and less bright than usual. This phenomenon occurs as the full moon reaches its farthest point from Earth. It is also classified as a 'blue moon' because it is the second full moon within the same calendar month.

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