Get ready to close out 2025 with a cosmic bang! On Thursday and Friday, December 4 and 5, skywatchers across the globe witnessed the 'Cold Moon' – December’s last supermoon of the year. 🌕❄️ This special lunar event happens when a full moon lines up perfectly with its closest approach to Earth, making it appear bigger and brighter than usual.
The highlight? It reached its supermoon peak at 7:14 a.m. Beijing Time on December 5. Whether you were sipping morning coffee in Beijing or staying up late in Latin America, the Cold Moon offered a dazzling view to remember. If you missed it live, check your camera roll – those shots of a glowing, oversized moon might just be your best night-owl selfie backdrop! 📸
Supermoons are more than just a pretty sight. This month’s perigee put the moon about 357,000 kilometers from Earth – around 50,000 km closer than at its farthest point. That extra oomph in lunar glow can also stir up larger tides, giving coastal surfers and sailors something new to watch. 🌊
For those who love a good skywatching tip: keep an eye out at moonrise and moonset for the coolest colors – think deep orange and pink hues stretching across the horizon. And if you want to get fancy, grab a telephoto lens and capture the moon against a landmark like a palm tree or city skyline. Insta-worthy! 🌆
Even though this was the last supermoon of 2025, the lunar fun doesn’t stop here. Mark your calendar for early 2026 events, like meteor showers and eclipses, to keep your stargazing game strong. Until then, gear up for cozy winter nights under the stars – and maybe a hot chocolate or two. ☕✨
Did you catch the Cold Moon? Share your best moon pics and tag us with #AmigoNewsSky to show off your lunar love! 🌍🌙
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