Tin thời sự Can Vietnam observe the Blood Moon on November 27th?

Lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon when the Moon enters the shadow cone of the Earth, opposite the Sun. This can only happen when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned or approximately aligned with the Earth in between.​

Favorable weather to observe the Blood Moon on November 27

According to the Hanoi Astronomical Society (HAS), on November 27, the Moon will be on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun, and its face will be fully illuminated. This phase will occur at 7:17 PM Vietnam time. This full moon is called the Beaver Moon by early Native American tribes because it is the time of year to set beaver traps before the swamps and rivers freeze. It is also known as the Frost Moon and the Dark Moon.

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The Moon turning red, also known as the Blood Moon, is a fascinating astronomical phenomenon.

The full moon phenomenon occurs when our Earth is "sandwiched" precisely between the Sun and the Moon. This unique alignment ensures that the entire surface of the Moon facing us will shine brightly in sunlight. And due to the Moon's orbit around the Earth, the angle of sunlight hitting the surface of the Moon and reflecting back to our planet will change, creating different phases of the Moon.

Although the full moon only occurs at the exact moment when the Earth, Moon, and Sun form a perfect alignment, to our eyes, the Moon appears full for about three days. A lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon when the Moon enters the shadow cone of the Earth, opposite the Sun. This can only happen when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned or approximately aligned with the Earth in between. Therefore, a lunar eclipse can only occur on full moon days.

Weather conditions are considered a decisive factor for observation. Many areas across the country have missed opportunities to observe the Blood Moon due to cloudy and rainy conditions. However, this time, the observation of the Blood Moon is expected to be quite favorable nationwide.

Accordingly, the weather on November 27 in the North will have some rain, early morning fog in some places, sunny in the afternoon. The night and morning will be chilly. By the evening of November 27, heavy rain in Central Vietnam is also expected to gradually decrease, while the Central Highlands and Southern regions will see scattered showers and thunderstorms, locally medium to heavy rain.

Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses can be fully observed with the naked eye, and it is even more interesting with the aid of binoculars or telescopes. In addition to watching the weather, viewers should also choose open places with a wide view to the East, choose areas with less light pollution and air pollution.

Full Moon Calendar for 2024

According to the Hanoi Astronomical Society, the Moon rises from the eastern half of the horizon and sets in the western half due to the Earth's rotation is the phenomenon of the full moon. In 2024, the full moon dates are January 25, February 24, March 25, April 23, May 23, June 21, July 21, August 19, September 17, October 17, November 15, December 15. Each full moon occasion has different names. These names mostly originate from a combination of observation events, culture, agriculture, and nature about the Moon, aimed at allowing people to not only predict seasonal changes but also to track the passage of time.

Supermoon is a term reserved for a full moon coinciding with the perigee of the moon, which is the closest point of the moon to the Earth in its orbit. This proximity makes the full moon appear larger and unusually bright. For a full moon to receive the Supermoon label, it must be within 90% of its closest distance to Earth.

Blue Moon is the second full moon in a month that has two full moons. This phenomenon occurs in our sky approximately once every 2.7 years. Although this term suggests a color, the blue moon does not actually appear blue. Very rarely, atmospheric conditions such as recent volcanic eruptions can make the moon appear slightly blue, but this coloration is not associated with the term.

Harvest Moon is the full moon closest to the autumn equinox each year, usually in September. The Harvest Moon is often famous for its distinctive orange color. This full moon rises close to sunset and sets near sunrise, providing bright moonlight that lasts for hours. The Harvest Moon recently occurred closest to September 29, 2023.

Source: https://baomoi.com/viet-nam-co-quan-sat-duoc-mat-trang-mau-toi-27-11-c47632415.epi