Full Moon shines brightly over Devon and Cornwall
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Source of image: BBC Weather Watchers/Jane Lewarne
The complete Moon shining above St Erme
People in Devon and Cornwall who love looking at the stars have been relishing the full Moon in October, which is referred to as the Hunter's Moon.
Supermoons occur when the Moon is at its nearest point to the Earth, causing it to look larger and more radiant than usual. It can be as much as 15% brighter and 30% bigger than a typical full Moon.
This year, the Moon will look full for approximately three days and will shine brighter than any other supermoon.
The full Moon in October is called the Hunter's Moon because it falls during a season when hunters were typically busy preparing for winter by tracking and gathering food.
What Is A Supermoon And Why Is It So Bright?
A supermoon occurs when the Moon looks larger than normal.
This happens because the Moon travels around the Earth in an elliptical path, which means its orbit is more like an elongated circle or an egg shape rather than a perfect circle.
At times, the Moon comes closer to Earth, making it appear larger. Conversely, when it moves farther away, it looks smaller.
